Meridian to Tampa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Meridian from Tampa?

The distance from Meridian to Tampa is 481.7 miles (775.3 km) as the crow flies. Tampa is located SE of Meridian. By car, the driving distance is approximately 578.1 miles, taking about 11h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Meridian in Mississippi and Tampa in Florida.

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. 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 Meridian and Tampa. 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.