How far is Water Valley, MS from Meridian, MS?
The driving distance from Water Valley, MS to Meridian, MS is about 167 miles (268.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.6 miles (216.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Mississippi, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Water Valley and Meridian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Water Valley and Meridian.
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Start on Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Frostland Drive
2977 ft · 59 sec · Frostland Drive
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Turn left
23.5 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight left
36.9 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right
1405 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
24.3 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
676 ft · 16 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto South Huntington Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Huntington Street
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Turn left
34.9 mi · 52 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Pecan Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
684 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Holland Avenue
36.6 mi · 55 min · Holland Avenue
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Continue on 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 Water Valley 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.
Frostland Drive
Take the exit slight left
36.9 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Clear leaving Water Valley and Sunny near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Water Valley to Meridian?
The road trip is about 167 miles (268.8 km) and usually takes 03h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kosciusko is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.3 miles from Water Valley and 84.7 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.6 miles (216.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.31 one way or $44.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Water Valley and Sunny near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near Kosciusko
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 Kosciusko.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Water Valley and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 134.61 mi (216.64 km).
#1 Water Valley
City in Yalobusha County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 3,221 |
| Coordinates | 34.1515000, -89.6314700 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| 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: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.31 | $44.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.09 | $50.17 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.24 | $54.48 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $31.89 | $63.79 |
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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