Origin
Meridian, MS
Evening in Meridian on Sunday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meridian, MS to Belzoni, MS
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
163.6 mi
263 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
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6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meridian, MS
RDNE Stock project
Belzoni, MS
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Trip Overview
Spanning 163.6 miles, this journey from Meridian to Belzoni is a manageable trek that typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total drive time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the heart of Mississippi, you will transition from the southeastern part of the state toward the Mississippi Delta region. It is a straightforward route that relies heavily on major thoroughfares, making it a practical choice for those who prefer direct travel over winding backroads.
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
81.8 miles from Meridian, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by its highway-focused nature, with 74% of the distance spent on high-speed roads. You will kick off the journey with a significant 91.2-mile stretch along I-20, which provides the most consistent pace of the entire drive. As you transition onto Medgar Evers Boulevard and eventually US 49W, the character of the road shifts, moving away from the interstate grind toward a more localized driving experience. This mix ensures you spend the bulk of your time moving efficiently, though you should be prepared for the change in road types as you approach Belzoni. It is a functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers or complex navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Medgar Evers Boulevard. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (I 20; US 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.5 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
4.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 20; US 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 80 toward I 20 West: Jackson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Jackson
6
91.5 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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I 20; US 49
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49 toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo...
5
94.2 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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US 49
Take the exit onto US 49 toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson,...
5
139.2 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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US 49W
Take the exit onto US 49W toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vic...
Towns Along This Route
Between Meridian, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
Yazoo City
91.5 mi in
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~1h 40m
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via I 20; US 49
Vicksburg
139.2 mi in
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~2h 39m
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via US 49W
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 91.2 mi | 1h 39m |
| Medgar Evers Boulevard | 39.5 mi | 48m |
| US 49W | 24 mi | 29m |
| US 49 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| 8th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Airport Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Frontage Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 91.2 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Belzoni, MS.
1
Start on 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
17 sec
·
25th Avenue
2
Turn left onto 8th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
8th Street
3
Turn left onto MS 19
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Boulevard
4
Turn right onto North Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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North Frontage Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 20; I 59; US 80
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 20; I 59; US 80
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 80
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 20; US 80
Toward I 20 West: Jackson
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 20; I 55; US 49
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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I 20; I 55; US 49
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20; US 49
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 20; US 49
Toward I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
10
Take the exit onto US 49
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 49
Toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
11
Take the exit onto US 49
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 49
Toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
12
Merge onto US 49
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Medgar Evers Boulevard
13
Take the exit onto US 49W
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 49W
Toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
14
Turn right onto MS 7
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
1st Street
15
Turn left onto MS 7
221 ft
·
4 sec
·
Martin Luther King Drive
16
Arrive at destination
MS 7
Trip Plan
Since this is a roughly three-hour drive, try to depart in the mid-morning to avoid early rush hour congestion near larger hubs. While the route is compact enough to do in one go, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay alert and comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when you transition from the interstate to US 49W, as services may become less frequent depending on your specific timing. Flexibility is your greatest asset here; because you aren't tied to a multi-day itinerary, you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate local traffic conditions or weather. Make sure to check your tire pressure before leaving Meridian, as the high-speed interstate segments are where you will log the majority of your 163.6 miles.
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 81.8 miles from Meridian, MS, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.2 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.8 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belzoni, 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 163.6 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 I 20 for about 91.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.8 mi from Meridian, MS · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.8 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.2 miles.
Arriving in Belzoni, MS
The final approach into Belzoni, 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 Belzoni, 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
$25.01 one way
$50.02 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $27.43 | $54.86 |
| premium | $4.61 | $29.69 | $59.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.35 | $72.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
| Efficient EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.90 | $10.47 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Belzoni, MS
Evening in Belzoni on Sunday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
3h 9m 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 Belzoni, MS covers 163.6 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, Medgar Evers Boulevard, US 49W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.8 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 $25.01 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 163.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (I 20; US 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.5 miles (I 20; US 49): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Meridian, MS and Belzoni, MS, road signs point toward Yazoo City and Vicksburg.
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