Meridian to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

491.5 miles 791 km · straight line
589.8 miles estimated 949.2 km · driving distance
11h 52min estimated drive time
$57 - $70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Meridian from Tulsa?

The distance from Meridian to Tulsa is 491.5 miles (791 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located NW of Meridian. By car, the driving distance is approximately 589.8 miles, taking about 11h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Meridian in Mississippi and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 52min $57 - $70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 14min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~11h 16min $71–$206* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meridian & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Meridian
32.36°N, 88.70°W
America/Chicago
105m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients