Origin
Magee, MS
Evening in Magee on Sunday
Local time
5:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Magee, MS to Meridian, MS
Drive Time
2h
Distance
104 mi
167 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
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6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Magee, MS
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Meridian, MS
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Trip Overview
Connecting Magee to Meridian, this 104-mile trek is a straightforward journey through Mississippi’s Southeast region. You should expect to spend about 2 hours on the road, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel is sufficient for the transit, which utilizes a combination of US 49, US 84, and the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway. Since the entire route stays within the state, you won't experience major regional transitions, allowing for a consistent driving experience. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this route offers a reliable, no-fuss connection between these two points.
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
52 miles from Magee, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing local road navigation with more sustained highway travel. You will spend 46% of your time on highways, providing a nice variety in your pace behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted section occurs on the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, spanning 50.8 miles where you can settle into a steady rhythm. The road transitions between these wider stretches and secondary routes, requiring you to stay alert as the environment shifts. Expect a functional drive that blends faster highway segments with the more measured pace of local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 50.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.6 miles in near US 84.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 104 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles (US 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (Sawmill Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.1 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
18.6 mi into trip
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~22m in
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US 84
Merge onto US 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
46.8 mi into trip
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~55m in
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Sawmill Road
Enter roundabout onto Sawmill Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
48.1 mi into trip
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~58m in
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I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
98.9 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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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
100.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m 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...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway | 50.8 mi | 54m |
| US 84 | 27.4 mi | 31m |
| US 49 | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| I 59 | 2 mi | 2m |
| 8th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 11 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
— 50.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Magee, MS and Meridian, MS.
1
Start on 1st Avenue Northwest
149 ft
·
10 sec
·
1st Avenue Northwest
2
Turn left onto MS 149
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Sanatorium Road
3
Turn right onto MS 541
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Main Avenue South
4
Turn left onto US 49; MS 28
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 49; MS 28
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 84 East: Laurel
6
Merge onto US 84
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 84
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on West 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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West 5th Street
8
Continue on Sawmill Road
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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Sawmill Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Sawmill Road
163 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sawmill Road
10
Continue on Sawmill Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Sawmill Road
11
Continue on North Magnolia Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Magnolia Street
12
Turn right onto Teresa Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Teresa Street
13
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Cross Street
14
Turn right onto Chantilly Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Chantilly Street
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
16
Merge onto I 59
51 mi
·
54 min
·
Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
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.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Toward South US 11, North Mississippi 19: Philadelphia, Meridian Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 11
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 11
20
Turn right onto 8th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Street
21
Turn right onto 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
11 sec
·
25th Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
25th Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 104-mile distance in one go without needing to plan for overnight stops. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace the journey according to your own needs for rest or refueling. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $16, so topping off your tank in Magee before you head out is a smart way to ensure a smooth, worry-free transit. Focus on maintaining a steady speed during that 50.8-mile stretch on the Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway to make the most of your travel time.
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 52 miles from Magee, MS, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.8 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 1h 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 1h 38m
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 Magee, 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 Magee, MS
This is one driving day of about 104 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Magee, MS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway for about 50.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52 mi from Magee, MS · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52 miles from Magee, 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
$15.90 one way
$31.80 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.88 | $37.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.11 | $46.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.92 | $4.99 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 Sunday
Local time
5:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Butler, AL
52 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
22 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 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 Magee, MS to Meridian, MS covers 104 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway, US 84, US 49. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52 miles from Magee, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.90 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 104 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles (US 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (Sawmill Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.1 miles (I 59 / Lance Corporal Roy M Wheat Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Magee, MS to Meridian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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