Origin
Farmington, MS
Night in Farmington on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington, MS to Meridian, MS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 58m
Distance
194.8 mi
313 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington, MS
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Meridian, MS
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Trip Overview
This 194.8-mile drive from Farmington to Meridian, Mississippi, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in under four hours. Primarily following US Highway 45 Alternate and US 45, you'll spend about 95% of your time on these main roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this route is budget-friendly and ideal for a single-day trip, making it a convenient option for getting from the Southeast region to its Mississippi counterpart. You can expect a highway-focused experience with minimal detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
97.4 miles from Farmington, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of your trip, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways like US Highway 45 Alternate. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter spans 60.6 miles on US Highway 45 Alternate, offering a consistent pace. While the profile suggests a primary focus on highway driving, keep an eye out for any transitions as you move between sections of US 45 and its alternate route. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 45 Aiternate is the longest continuous segment at about 60.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 45 Aiternate and US 45. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near North Fillmore Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 3.9 miles (North Fillmore Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (South Tate Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (US 45): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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North Fillmore Street
Turn left onto North Fillmore Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Tate Street
Turn right onto South Tate Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 45
Turn left onto US 45
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
187.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m in
|
Old Highway 45 North
Keep slight left at fork onto Old Highway 45 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
194.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
|
25th Avenue
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 45 Aiternate | 60.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| US 45 | 58.2 mi | 1h 8m |
| US Highway 45 Alternate | 54.7 mi | 1h 6m |
| US 45 ALT | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Old Highway 45 North | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South Tate Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Proper Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| County Road 200 | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 45 Aiternate
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, MS and Meridian, MS.
1
Start on County Road 217
146 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road 217
2
Turn left onto County Road 200
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 200
3
Continue on Proper Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Proper Street
4
Continue on Cruise Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Cruise Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto North Fillmore Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Fillmore Street
6
Turn right onto South Tate Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Tate Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 45
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 45
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 45
9
Continue on US 45
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 45
43 mi
·
51 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
12
Continue on US 45 ALT
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45 ALT
13
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
14
Continue on US 45 ALT
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 45 ALT
15
Continue on US 45 ALT
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45 ALT
16
Continue on US 45 ALT
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US Highway 45 Alternate
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 45
61 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
US Highway 45 Aiternate
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Old Highway 45 North
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Highway 45 North
19
Continue on MS 884
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Dale Drive
20
Continue on Front Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
21
Continue on 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
4th Street
22
Turn slight left onto 2nd Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
2nd Street
23
Turn right onto 22nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
22nd Avenue
24
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
8th Street
25
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
11 sec
·
25th Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
25th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 58-minute duration, this route is perfect for a single-day adventure. You can depart Farmington at your leisure, knowing you'll arrive in Meridian with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Be mindful of the longest stretch of 60.6 miles on US Highway 45 Alternate; plan your fuel and rest breaks before entering this segment to ensure a smooth journey. The overall fuel cost is estimated at a reasonable $29.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 97.4 miles from Farmington, MS, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 miles.
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 43 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.4 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 15m
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 Farmington, 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 Farmington, MS
This is one driving day of about 194.8 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Farmington, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 45 Aiternate for about 60.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.4 mi from Farmington, MS · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 97.4 miles from Farmington, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 45 Aiternate if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 miles.
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
$29.42 one way
$58.84 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $32.30 | $64.59 |
| premium | $4.56 | $34.96 | $69.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.01 | $86.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.45 | $9.35 |
| Efficient EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.04 | $7.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.9 | 0 | $27.27 | $12.47 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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
Night in Meridian on Wednesday
Local time
11:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Aberdeen, MS
97 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
26 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
3h 58m 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 Farmington, MS to Meridian, MS covers 194.8 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 45 Aiternate, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.4 miles from Farmington, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 3.9 miles (North Fillmore Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (South Tate Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (US 45): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Farmington, MS to Meridian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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