How far is Vancleave, MS from Meridian, MS?
The driving distance from Vancleave, MS to Meridian, MS is about 143.5 miles (230.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126 miles (202.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 40m 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 20m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vancleave and Meridian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vancleave and Meridian.
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Start on the route
1890 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Poticaw Bayou Road
2896 ft · 1 min · Poticaw Bayou Road
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Turn left onto Old River Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Old River Road
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Turn slight right onto Wade-Vancleave Road
6 mi · 10 min · Wade-Vancleave Road
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Turn left
36.8 mi · 42 min
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21.9 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MS 145: Meridian
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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 Vancleave and Meridian.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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36.8 mi · 00h 42m
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 Vancleave and Mostly Clear near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vancleave to Meridian?
The road trip is about 143.5 miles (230.9 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
State Line is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72 miles from Vancleave and 71.5 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126 miles (202.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Vancleave and Mostly Clear near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near State Line
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 State Line.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vancleave and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 126.02 mi (202.81 km).
#1 Vancleave
Census-designated place in Jackson County, Mississippi
| Population | 5,886 |
| Coordinates | 30.5404700, -88.6875200 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| 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: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.40 | $46.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.40 | $54.80 |
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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