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Trip from Meridian, MS to Horn Lake, MS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 41m

Distance

239.1 mi

385 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 28m ★
6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Meridian, MS, MS

Meridian, MS

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city in DeSoto County, Mississippi, United States

Horn Lake, MS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Meridian, MS to Horn Lake, MS covers 239.1 miles and takes about 4h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 22, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 83.7 miles on I 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.27 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

119.5 miles from Meridian, MS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 239.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 41m highway drive covering 239.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 22 and US 45. The longest continuous stretch is about 83.7 miles on I 22.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and US 45. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8th Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 239.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (23rd Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 8th Street

Turn right onto 8th Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 23rd Avenue

Turn right onto 23rd Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~0m in | Front Street

At end of road, turn left onto Front Street

Navigation decision point

8
68 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate

Keep slight left at fork onto US 45 ALT / US Highway 45 Alternate toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupel...
6
142.4 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | US 45

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

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 Horn Lake, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Tupelo along the way.

Tupelo

68 mi in | ~1h 20m | via US 45 ALT

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 22 83.7 mi 1h 29m
US 45 62.9 mi 1h 12m
US Highway 45 Alternate 53 mi 1h 3m
Martin Luther King Drive 18.1 mi 20m
Goodman Road 10.4 mi 16m
Old Highway 45 North 4.4 mi 6m
Martin Luther King, Junior Drive 3.3 mi 4m
Front Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 22 — 83.7 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Meridian, MS and Horn Lake, 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 left at fork onto US 45 ALT

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US Highway 45 Alternate
Toward US 45 Alternate North: West Point, Tupelo Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12

Continue on US 45 ALT

18 mi · 20 min · Martin Luther King Drive
13

Continue on US 45; MS 6

3.3 mi · 4 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45

1.6 mi · 2 min · US 45
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 78:west: Memphis
16

Merge onto I 22; US 78

84 mi · 1 hr 29 min · I 22; US 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward MS 302: Olive Branch Southaven
18

Keep slight left at fork

195 ft · 10 sec
19

Turn left onto MS 302

10 mi · 16 min · Goodman Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Turn left onto Hurt Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Hurt Road
21

Turn right onto Camelot Road

193 ft · 8 sec · Camelot Road
22

Arrive at destination

Camelot Road

Trip Plan

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 119.5 miles from Meridian, MS, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.7 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 53 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 119.5 miles or 2h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 48m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Horn Lake, 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 239.1 miles and 4h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 22 for about 83.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 119.5 mi from Meridian, MS · 2h 22m into the drive

Downtown Tupelo, MS, MS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tupelo, MS

120 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

Columbus, MS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Aberdeen, MS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119.5 miles from Meridian, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 22 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.7 miles.

Arriving in Horn Lake, MS

The final approach into Horn Lake, 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 Horn Lake, MS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Tupelo National Battlefield

Tupelo National Battlefield

National Battlefield

In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the fede...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 140.2
View on nps.gov
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 148.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.27 one way

$66.54 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $36.52 $73.05
premium $4.56 $39.54 $79.08
diesel $5.61 $48.64 $97.28

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

EVgo Charging Station

New Albany, Mississippi

EVgo

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Southaven, Mississippi

Tesla

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Tupelo, Mississippi

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Horn Lake, Mississippi

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Southaven, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Southaven, Mississippi

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Nissan Charging Station

Southaven, Mississippi

Other

1 DCFC

Pilot EV Charging Station

New Albany, Mississippi

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla: 2 ChargePoint: 2 Other: 2 EVgo: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.7 0 $25.11 $11.48
Efficient EV 59.8 0 $20.92 $9.56
EV Truck/SUV 95.6 1 $33.47 $15.30

Gas CO2

84 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Meridian, MS

Afternoon in Meridian on Thursday

Local time

1:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Horn Lake, MS

Afternoon in Horn Lake on Thursday

Local time

1:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

2 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

4h 41m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Horn Lake, MS covers 239.1 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, US 45, US Highway 45 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.5 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 $36.11 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 239.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (23rd Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Meridian, MS to Horn Lake, MS, road signs begin pointing toward Tupelo along the way.

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