Albuquerque to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Meridian?

The distance from Albuquerque to Meridian is 1046.8 miles (1684.7 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1139.8 miles, taking about 20h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Meridian in Mississippi.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Meridian. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.