Origin
Meridian, MS
Afternoon in Meridian on Wednesday
Local time
4:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meridian, MS to Amory, MS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
125.7 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
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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Amory, MS
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Trip Overview
This 125.7-mile drive from Meridian to Amory, Mississippi, can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. With 94% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward, highway-focused trip. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on US 45, MS 8, and Highway 125. Since it's a relatively short drive within the Southeast region, it's perfect for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pacing of any necessary stops.
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
62.9 miles from Meridian, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 125.7-mile route, with 94% of your travel occurring on main roads like US 45, MS 8, and Highway 125. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 102.3 miles on US 45, meaning you can settle in for a good portion of the drive. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. While primarily highway, the inclusion of MS 8 and Highway 125 might offer subtle shifts in scenery or road type as you progress towards Amory.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 102.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and MS 8. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 125.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 68 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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8th Street
Turn right onto 8th Street
Navigation decision point
6
68 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 North: Columbus, Aberdeen
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 45 North: Columbus, Aberdeen
6
85.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward US 82 East, US 45 North, MS 12 East: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 East, US 45 North, MS 12 East: Col...
6
89.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
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US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward US 45 North: Aberdeen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 45 North: Aberdeen
6
125.4 mi into trip
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~2h 36m in
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MS 25 / South Main Street
Turn left onto MS 25 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Meridian, MS to Amory, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Aberdeen along the way.
Aberdeen
68 mi in
|
~1h 20m
|
via US 45
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 102.3 mi | 2h |
| MS 8 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Highway 125 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Old Highway 45 North | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Front Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dale Drive | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 278 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 102.3 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Amory, MS.
1
Start on 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
14 sec
·
25th Avenue
2
Turn right onto 8th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
8th Street
3
Turn right onto 23rd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
23rd Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto Front Street
394 ft
·
8 sec
·
Front Street
5
Continue on 2nd Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
2nd Street
6
Continue on 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
4th Street
7
Continue on Front Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
8
Continue on MS 39; MS 884
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Dale Drive
9
Continue on Old Highway 45 North
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Highway 45 North
10
Continue on US 45
61 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 45
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Toward US 45 North: Columbus, Aberdeen
12
Continue on US 45
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 45
13
Continue on Plymouth Bluff Access Road
312 ft
·
5 sec
·
Plymouth Bluff Access Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
3.9 mi
·
4 min
Toward US 82 East, US 45 North, MS 12 East: Columbus
15
Take the exit onto US 45
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 45
Toward US 45 North: Aberdeen
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on US 45; MS 50
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 45; MS 50
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 45
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
18
Continue on US 45
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
19
Continue on US 45
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
20
Continue on US 45
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 45
21
Continue on US 45
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
22
Continue on US 45
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
US 45
23
Continue on US 45
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 45
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward MS 25 North, MS 8 East: Amory
25
Continue on MS 8; MS 25
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
MS 8; MS 25
26
Turn left onto Highway 125
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 125
27
Turn right onto US 278
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 278
28
Turn left onto MS 25
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
30
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue South
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 36-minute duration, this 125.7-mile trip is ideal for a single day. You can plan to leave Meridian in the morning and arrive in Amory by midday, or depart later for an afternoon arrival. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, keeping your tank full is advisable, especially before tackling the 102.3-mile stretch on US 45. While there's only one recommended stop, remember that flexibility is key on shorter drives; feel free to pull over if you need a break. Pay attention to the transition between US 45, MS 8, and Highway 125 as you near your destination.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.9 miles from Meridian, MS, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.3 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 14m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Amory, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Meridian, 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 Meridian, MS
This is one driving day of about 125.7 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Meridian, 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 45 for about 102.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.9 mi from Meridian, MS · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.9 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.3 miles.
Arriving in Amory, MS
The final approach into Amory, 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 Amory, MS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.98 one way
$37.97 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.56 | $45.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.75 | $55.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.20 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.60 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Amory, MS
Afternoon in Amory on Wednesday
Local time
4:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Columbus, MS
63 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 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 36m 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 Meridian, MS to Amory, MS covers 125.7 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, MS 8, Highway 125. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.9 miles from Meridian, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.98 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.
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 125.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 68 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Meridian, MS to Amory, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Aberdeen along the way.
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