Origin
Beechwood, MS
Evening in Beechwood on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
132 mi
212 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meridian, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS covers 132 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Paxton Road, Meridian, US 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66 miles from Beechwood, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 3m drive with frequent turns across 132 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Paxton Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paxton Road | — | — |
| Meridian | — | — |
| US 11 | — | — |
| 8th Street | — | — |
| 25th Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Paxton Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beechwood, MS and Meridian, MS.
1
Start on the route
89 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Paxton Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Paxton Road
3
Turn right
125 ft
·
10 sec
4
Turn left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
6
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
43 min
7
Merge slight right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on Meridian, Hattiesburg
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Meridian, Hattiesburg
9
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
1 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
11
Turn left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
12
Turn right onto 8th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Street
13
Turn right onto 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
25th Avenue
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 66 miles from Beechwood, MS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meridian, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beechwood, MS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beechwood, MS
This is one driving day of about 132 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Beechwood, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66 mi from Beechwood, MS · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66 miles from Beechwood, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Meridian, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.94 one way
$39.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.88 | $43.77 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.69 | $47.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.14 | $58.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.86 | $6.34 |
| Efficient EV | 33 | 0 | $11.55 | $5.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.8 | 0 | $18.48 | $8.45 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Evening in Meridian on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Brandon, MS
66 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 3m 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 Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS covers 132 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Paxton Road, Meridian, US 11. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66 miles from Beechwood, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.94 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.
The drive from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Beechwood, MS to Meridian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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