Lafayette, Louisiana to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.3 miles 394.8 km · straight line
306.6 miles estimated 493.5 km · driving distance
6h 10min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Meridian?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Meridian is 245.3 miles (394.8 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located NE of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 306.6 miles, taking about 6h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana 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 Lafayette, Louisiana 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 Lafayette, Louisiana to Meridian

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 10min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 24min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 52min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lafayette, Louisiana & Meridian

Quick Facts

Lafayette, Louisiana
30.22°N, 92.02°W
America/Chicago
11m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients