How far is Quitman, MS from Meridian, MS?
The driving distance from Quitman, MS to Meridian, MS is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Clarke County, Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quitman and Meridian.
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Start on South Archusa Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · South Archusa Avenue
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Continue on Quitman Meridian Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Quitman Meridian Highway
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 145: Meridian
1699 ft · 52 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.8 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto 8th Street
986 ft · 26 sec · 8th Street
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Turn left 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 Quitman and Meridian.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Quitman Meridian Highway
Continue straight
6.43 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Quitman and Sunny near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Quitman to Meridian?
The road trip is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stonewall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Quitman and 12.1 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.26 one way or $6.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Quitman and Sunny near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near Stonewall
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 Stonewall.
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Hattiesburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Quitman and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 22.44 mi (36.12 km).
#1 Quitman
Human settlement in Clarke County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 2,041 |
| Coordinates | 32.0401500, -88.7281000 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| 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: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.26 | $6.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.66 | $7.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
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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