Dry Tortugas to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dry Tortugas from Meridian?

The distance from Dry Tortugas to Meridian is 640.8 miles (1031.3 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located NNW of Dry Tortugas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 769 miles, taking about 15h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Dry Tortugas in Florida 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dry Tortugas and Meridian. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.