How far is Meridian, MS from Tchula, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to Tchula, MS is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Mississippi, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Tchula.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Tchula.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 55 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beacon Street
695 ft · 16 sec · Beacon Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
35.5 mi · 53 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mississippi State Highway 12
14.5 mi · 22 min · Mississippi State Highway 12
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Continue on East Mulberry Street
2187 ft · 39 sec · East Mulberry Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn left
12.3 mi · 18 min
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Turn right
80 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Carrollton Street
11.1 mi · 16 min · Carrollton Street
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Continue on Martin Luther King Drive
1083 ft · 18 sec · Martin Luther King Drive
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
562 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Blake Street
117 m · 23 sec · Blake Street
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Turn left
68 m · 16 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Tchula.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
8th Street
Continue straight
36.6 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Meridian and Sunny near Tchula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Tchula?
The road trip is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km) and usually takes 02h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ethel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Meridian and 59 miles from Tchula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.75 one way or $31.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Meridian and Sunny near Tchula.
Stop Ideas Near Ethel
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ethel.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Tchula. Straight-line distance: 104.83 mi (168.7 km).
#1 Meridian
City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 36,011 |
| Coordinates | 32.3643100, -88.7036600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tchula
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,905 |
| Coordinates | 33.1829000, -90.2228600 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tchula (-90.22286, 33.1829)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.53 | $45.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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