Origin
Moss Point, MS
Evening in Moss Point on Friday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moss Point, MS to Meridian, MS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
148.2 mi
238 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 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moss Point, MS
U.Lucas Dubé-Cantin
Meridian, MS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Moss Point, MS to Meridian, MS covers 148.2 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 45, MS 63, MS 57 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.7 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.38 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
74.1 miles from Moss Point, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 148.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 56m highway drive covering 148.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 45 and MS 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.7 miles on US 45.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 64.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and MS 63. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near MS 613 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 56m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (MS 613 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 78.2 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MS 613 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto MS 613 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
78.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
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US 45
Merge onto US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
142.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward MS 145: Meridian
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MS 145: Meridian
6
143.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
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MS 145
At end of road, turn left onto MS 145
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
148.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
25th Avenue
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 64.7 mi | 1h 15m |
| MS 63 | 50.2 mi | 57m |
| MS 57 | 24.2 mi | 27m |
| MS 145 | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mc Innis Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Saracennia Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 64.7 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moss Point, MS and Meridian, MS.
1
Start on this road
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Mc Innis Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Mc Innis Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto MS 613
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
5
Continue on Old Saracennia Road
514 ft
·
10 sec
·
Old Saracennia Road
6
Turn left onto MS 63
50 mi
·
57 min
·
MS 63
7
Continue on MS 57
22 mi
·
24 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on MS 57
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
MS 57
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge onto US 45
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 45
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 45
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 45
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 45
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 45
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 45
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 45
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 45
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 45
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 45
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 45
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 45
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 45
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 45
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MS 145: Meridian
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
At end of road, turn left onto MS 145
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
MS 145
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
8th Street
26
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
272 ft
·
11 sec
·
25th Avenue
27
Arrive at destination
25th Avenue
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 74.1 miles from Moss Point, MS, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.7 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 33 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meridian, MS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Moss Point, 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 Moss Point, MS
This is one driving day of about 148.2 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Moss Point, 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 64.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.1 mi from Moss Point, MS · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Moss Point, 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 64.7 miles.
Arriving in Meridian, MS
The final approach into Meridian, 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 Meridian, 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
$22.38 one way
$44.76 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.57 | $49.14 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.60 | $53.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.72 | $65.44 |
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: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.56 | $7.11 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.97 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.75 | $9.48 |
Gas CO2
52 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
Meridian, MS
Evening in Meridian on Friday
Local time
6:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Waynesboro, MS
74 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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 56m 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 Moss Point, MS to Meridian, MS covers 148.2 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, MS 63, MS 57. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.1 miles from Moss Point, MS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.38 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 56m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (MS 613 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 78.2 miles (US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Moss Point, MS to Meridian, MS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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