Origin
Meridian, MS
Morning in Meridian on Friday
Local time
7:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meridian, MS to Carriere, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
144.6 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
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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Carriere, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Meridian, MS to Carriere, MS covers 144.6 miles and takes about 2h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 59, West Union Road, I 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 137.4 miles on I 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
72.3 miles from Meridian, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 144.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 41m highway drive covering 144.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 59 and West Union Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 137.4 miles on I 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 137.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and West Union Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8th Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (MS 19 / Airport Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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MS 19 / Airport Boulevard
Turn left onto MS 19 / Airport Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
4.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 59
Keep slight left at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
5
144.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
Anchor Lake Road
At end of road, turn left onto Anchor Lake Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 137.4 mi | 2h 28m |
| West Union Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| I 20 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| 8th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Airport Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Frontage Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Anchor Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 25th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 137.4 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Carriere, 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
·
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 left at fork onto I 59
137 mi
·
2 hr 28 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 South: Laurel, New Orleans
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Carriere
9
Turn right onto West Union Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West Union Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto Anchor Lake Road
511 ft
·
17 sec
·
Anchor Lake Road
11
Arrive at destination
Railroad Street
Trip Plan
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 72.3 miles from Meridian, MS, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.4 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 32 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.3 miles or 1h 19m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carriere, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 144.6 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 59 for about 137.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.3 mi from Meridian, MS · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.3 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 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 137.4 miles.
Arriving in Carriere, MS
The final approach into Carriere, 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 Carriere, 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
$21.84 one way
$43.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $23.97 | $47.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $25.95 | $51.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.93 | $63.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.18 | $6.94 |
| Efficient EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.65 | $5.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.24 | $9.25 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Carriere, MS
Morning in Carriere on Friday
Local time
7:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Laurel, MS
72 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
16 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 41m 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 Carriere, MS covers 144.6 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, West Union Road, I 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.3 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 $21.84 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 is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (MS 19 / Airport Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Meridian, MS to Carriere, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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