Meridian to Port Arthur: Road Trip Guide & Distance

354 miles 569.7 km · straight line
424.8 miles estimated 683.6 km · driving distance
8h 33min estimated drive time
$41 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Meridian from Port Arthur?

The distance from Meridian to Port Arthur is 354 miles (569.7 km) as the crow flies. Port Arthur is located WSW of Meridian. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.8 miles, taking about 8h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Meridian in Mississippi and Port Arthur in Texas.

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 Meridian and Port Arthur. 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 Meridian to Port Arthur

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 33min $41 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 16min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 7min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meridian & Port Arthur

Quick Facts

Meridian
32.36°N, 88.70°W
America/Chicago
105m elevation
Port Arthur
29.89°N, 93.94°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 118 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients