How far is Meridian, MS from West Hattiesburg, MS?
The driving distance from Meridian, MS to West Hattiesburg, MS is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Jones County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and West Hattiesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and West Hattiesburg.
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Start on 25th Avenue
83 m · 17 sec · 25th Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Turn left onto Airport Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Airport Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Frontage Road
907 ft · 15 sec · North Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1120 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
82.8 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 98 West: Columbia, Hardy Street
862 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 98 West: Hardy Street, University of Southern Mississippi, Columbia
72 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto Hardy Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hardy Street
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Turn left onto Weathersby Road
1214 ft · 35 sec · Weathersby Road
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Turn right onto North Lane
546 ft · 24 sec · North Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · McKenzie Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and West Hattiesburg.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 59 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
82.8 mi · 01h 30m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Meridian and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog near West Hattiesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to West Hattiesburg?
The road trip is about 89.1 miles (143.4 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Sandersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Meridian and 44.5 miles from West Hattiesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Meridian and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog near West Hattiesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Sandersville
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 Sandersville.
Laurel station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and West Hattiesburg. Straight-line distance: 82.27 mi (132.4 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 West Hattiesburg
Census designated place
| Population | 5,909 |
| Coordinates | 31.3190600, -89.3750600 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Hattiesburg (-89.37506, 31.31906)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
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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