How far is Meridian, OK from Norman, OK?
The driving distance from Meridian, OK to Norman, OK is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.9 miles (101.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
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 Oklahoma, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meridian and Norman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian and Norman.
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Start on the route
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left
17.2 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
13.4 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
2339 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
18 mi · 17 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
2388 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
7.8 mi · 7 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
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Continue on Southeast 44th Street
5.5 mi · 7 min · Southeast 44th Street
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Turn slight right onto West Adkins Hill Road
800 ft · 10 sec · West Adkins Hill Road
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Continue on Southeast 44th Street
143 m · 9 sec · Southeast 44th Street
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Take the exit slight left
1844 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
2724 ft · 36 sec · Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
890 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight right
124 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
2.6 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meridian and Norman.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
18 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Meridian and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Norman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meridian to Norman?
The road trip is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Norge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Meridian and 41.4 miles from Norman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.9 miles (101.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.77 one way or $21.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Meridian and Areas Of Fog then Sunny near Norman.
Stop Ideas Near Norge
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 Norge.
Norman
Purcell
Santa Fe Depot
Pauls Valley
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meridian and Norman. Straight-line distance: 62.87 mi (101.18 km).
#1 Meridian
Meridian is a place in Oklahoma, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.4273100, -97.9780900 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Norman
The second most populous city in Oklahoma.
| Population | 125,762 |
| Coordinates | 35.2225700, -97.4394800 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-97.439476, 35.222564)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $3.70 | $10.77 | $21.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.14 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| Premium | $4.43 | $12.90 | $25.81 |
| Diesel | $5.77 | $16.78 | $33.55 |
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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