Houma to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.5 miles 362.9 km · straight line
281.9 miles estimated 453.6 km · driving distance
5h 40min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Houma from Meridian?

The distance from Houma to Meridian is 225.5 miles (362.9 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located NNE of Houma. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.9 miles, taking about 5h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Houma in Louisiana and Meridian in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houma 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.

How to Get from Houma to Meridian

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 40min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 48min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 23min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houma & Meridian

Quick Facts

Houma
29.60°N, 90.72°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
Meridian
32.36°N, 88.70°W
America/Chicago
105m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients