Jacksonville, Florida to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

438.8 miles 706.2 km · straight line
537.2 miles actual route 864.6 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$52 - $64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Meridian?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Meridian is 438.8 miles (706.2 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located WNW of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 537.2 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Florida in Florida and Meridian in Mississippi.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Jacksonville, Florida 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.

How to Get from Jacksonville, Florida to Meridian

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $52 - $64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $64–$188* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Meridian

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m 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 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM