Origin
Bay Springs, MS
Morning in Bay Springs on Saturday
Local time
6:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bay Springs, MS to Meridian, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
49.3 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bay Springs, MS
Mark Stebnicki
Meridian, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bay Springs, MS to Meridian, MS covers 49.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 18, I 59, MS 513 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.9 miles on Highway 18. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 49.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 49.3 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 18 and I 59. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.9 miles on Highway 18.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 18 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 18 and I 59. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MS 18 / 5th Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MS 18 / 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21.1 miles (MS 513): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.4 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MS 18 / 5th Avenue
Turn left onto MS 18 / 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
21.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
MS 513
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 513
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
30.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
I 59
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscalo...
7
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Phila...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bay Springs, MS and Meridian, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa, Mississippi 19: Philadelphia and Meridian Airport.
Tuscaloosa
44.2 mi in
|
~1h 5m
|
via I 59
Mississippi 19: Philadelphia
46.2 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Meridian Airport
46.2 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 18 | 20.9 mi | 36m |
| I 59 | 15.8 mi | 16m |
| MS 513 | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| 8th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 11 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 5th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 18
— 20.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay Springs, MS and Meridian, MS.
1
Start on North 3rd Street
272 ft
·
16 sec
·
North 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto MS 18
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
5th Avenue
3
Continue on MS 18
21 mi
·
36 min
·
Highway 18
4
Keep slight left at fork onto MS 513
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
MS 513
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge onto I 59
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 59
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North, I 20 East: Meridian, Tuscaloosa
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto US 11
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11
10
Turn right onto 8th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Street
11
Turn right onto 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
11 sec
·
25th Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
25th Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Bay Springs, MS · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Bay Springs, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Meridian, MS
The final approach into Meridian, MS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.45 one way
$14.89 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.17 | $16.35 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.85 | $17.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Meridian, MS
Morning in Meridian on Saturday
Local time
6:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Stonewall, MS
25 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bay Springs, MS to Meridian, MS covers 49.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 18, I 59, MS 513. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.6 miles from Bay Springs, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MS 18 / 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21.1 miles (MS 513): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.4 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bay Springs, MS and Meridian, MS, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa, Mississippi 19: Philadelphia and Meridian Airport.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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