Origin
Meridian, MS
Afternoon in Meridian on Thursday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 39m
Distance
184.5 mi
297 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Hollandale, MS
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The drive from Meridian, MS to Hollandale, MS covers 184.5 miles and takes about 3h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 8th Street, Airport Boulevard, North Frontage Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.86 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
92.2 miles from Meridian, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 184.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 3h 39m drive with frequent turns across 184.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Meridian, MS to Hollandale, MS is easy. At 3h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Meridian, MS to Hollandale, MS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8th Street | — | — |
| Airport Boulevard | — | — |
| North Frontage Road | — | — |
| I 20 West | — | — |
| I 220 North | — | — |
| US 49 North | — | — |
| Medgar Evers Boulevard | — | — |
| US 49W North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Hollandale, MS.
Start on 25th Avenue
Turn left onto 8th Street
Turn left onto Airport Boulevard
Turn right onto North Frontage Road
Take the ramp slight left
Merge slight left
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Jackson
Merge slight right
Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West, US 49 North: Vicksburg, Yazoo City
Take the exit slight right toward I 220 North, I 49 North: North Jackson, Yazoo City
Take the exit slight right toward US 49 North: Yazoo City
Merge slight left onto Medgar Evers Boulevard
Take the exit slight right toward US 49W North, MS 3 South: Indianola, Vicksburg
Turn left
Turn right onto East Avenue South
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 41 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.2 miles or 1h 49m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollandale, MS than in the middle of the route.
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 184.5 miles and 3h 39m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.2 mi from Meridian, MS · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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.
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 92.2 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hollandale, 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 Hollandale, MS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$27.86 one way
$55.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $30.59 | $61.18 |
| premium | $4.56 | $33.12 | $66.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.74 | $81.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.37 | $8.86 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.14 | $7.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.83 | $11.81 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Meridian on Thursday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Hollandale on Thursday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
54°F
Clinton, MS
92 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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