Grenada, MS to Meridian, MS is 136.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m via Holland Avenue and I 55, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Mississippi, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a highway-focused drive with a significant portion on the interstate, making it a straightforward journey. With a short driving time and a modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick, no-fuss travel day. Consider this drive if you're looking for efficiency and don't need extensive stops along the way.
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
68.1 miles from Grenada, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 136.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 66% of it utilizing interstate or major highway systems. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 36.6 miles on Holland Avenue before transitioning to the interstate. While the highway share suggests a faster pace, be prepared for the initial part of the journey to be on more local roads before merging onto I 55. The character of the drive shifts from potentially more local scenery to the consistent environment of interstate travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Holland Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 36.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Holland Avenue and MS 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 34.3 miles in near MS 35; MS 430.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Grenada, MS to Meridian, MS is easy. At 3h 12m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34.3 miles (MS 35; MS 430): Navigation decision point; at 58.7 miles (South Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 61.3 miles (MS 14; MS 19): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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34.3 mi into trip|~38m in|MS 35; MS 430
Turn left onto MS 35; MS 430
Navigation decision point
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58.7 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|South Huntington Street
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
Navigation decision point
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61.3 mi into trip|~1h 19m in|MS 14; MS 19
Turn left onto MS 14; MS 19
Navigation decision point
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96.1 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|Pecan Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Pecan Avenue
Navigation decision point
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98 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|MS 16; MS 19 / Main Street
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 19 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Holland Avenue
36.6 mi
54m
MS 14
34.9 mi
52m
I 55
31.3 mi
33m
MS 35
24.3 mi
36m
Sunset Drive
2.4 mi
3m
Pecan Avenue
1.9 mi
2m
8th Street
1.4 mi
2m
South Huntington Street
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Holland Avenue
— 36.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grenada, MS and Meridian, MS.
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Start on MS 8; MS 333 Scenic
2.4 mi·3 min·Sunset Drive
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Turn left
0.3 mi·34 sec
3
Merge onto I 55
31 mi·33 min·I 55
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
5
Turn left onto MS 35; MS 430
24 mi·36 min·MS 35; MS 430
6
Turn left onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·East Jefferson Street
7
Turn right onto South Huntington Street
1.4 mi·2 min·South Huntington Street
8
Turn right onto MS 19; MS 35
1.1 mi·1 min·Veterans Memorial Drive
9
Turn left onto MS 14; MS 19
35 mi·52 min·MS 14; MS 19
10
At end of road, turn right onto Pecan Avenue
1.9 mi·2 min·Pecan Avenue
11
Turn left onto MS 16; MS 19
0.1 mi·15 sec·Main Street
12
Turn right onto MS 19
37 mi·54 min·Holland Avenue
13
Continue on 8th Street
1.4 mi·2 min·8th Street
14
Turn right onto 25th Avenue
272 ft·11 sec·25th Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
25th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 12m duration and a fuel cost around $20, this is a perfect same-day trip. Plan to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid any potential rush hour traffic in larger towns. While there's only one recommended stop, the relatively short distance means you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto longer stretches of highway where services might be less frequent. A specific tip for this route: ensure you have enough gas before you begin the 36.6-mile segment on Holland Avenue, as services may be more spread out compared to the interstate.
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 68.1 miles from Grenada, MS, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.6 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 30 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.1 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
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 Grenada, 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 Grenada, MS
This is one driving day of about 136.3 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Grenada, 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 Holland Avenue for about 36.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.1 mi from Grenada, MS
· 1h 30m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.9
0
$14.31
$6.54
Efficient EV
34.1
0
$11.93
$5.45
EV Truck/SUV
54.5
0
$19.08
$8.72
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Grenada, MS
Late night
in Grenada on Saturday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Meridian, MS
Late night
in Meridian on Saturday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Pearl River, MS
68 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 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 Grenada, MS to Meridian, MS covers 136.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Holland Avenue, MS 14, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.1 miles from Grenada, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.32 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.
The drive from Grenada, MS to Meridian, MS is easy. At 3h 12m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 34.3 miles (MS 35; MS 430): Navigation decision point; at 58.7 miles (South Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 61.3 miles (MS 14; MS 19): Navigation decision point.
The route from Grenada, MS to Meridian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
