How far is Oxford, MS from Meridian, MS?
The driving distance from Oxford, MS to Meridian, MS is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Smith County, Mississippi, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oxford and Meridian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford and Meridian.
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Start on Oxford-Meadville Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Oxford-Meadville Road
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Continue on Gloster Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Gloster Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Gloster Road
3.8 mi · 9 min · Gloster Road
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Continue on Yap 3 Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Yap 3 Road
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Turn left onto United States Highway 98
1.8 mi · 2 min · United States Highway 98
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Turn right onto Old US Hwy 84
1.4 mi · 2 min · Old US Hwy 84
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Turn right
23 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight left
1129 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
53.2 mi · 57 min
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Keep slight right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Meridian, Hattiesburg
85.5 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
1916 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto 8th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 8th Street
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Turn right onto 25th Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · 25th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 25th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxford and Meridian.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Old US Hwy 84
Keep slight right to continue on Meridian, Hattiesburg
85.5 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Oxford and Partly Sunny near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oxford to Meridian?
The road trip is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Taylorsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.5 miles from Oxford and 94.8 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.4 miles (240.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.8 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.15 one way or $50.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Oxford and Partly Sunny near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near Taylorsville
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 Taylorsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 149.46 mi (240.53 km).
#1 Oxford
City in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 28,635 |
| Coordinates | 31.2679500, -90.8981600 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: 25th Avenue (-88.703608, 32.36431)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.15 | $50.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.28 | $56.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.96 | $71.91 |
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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