4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Jackson, MS for Meridian, MS on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:00 PM1h30Jackson, MS3:30 PMMeridian, MS$281One-way0 transfers- 5:30 PM1h30Jackson, MS7:00 PMMeridian, MS$281One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM1h30Jackson, MS3:30 PMMeridian, MS$281One-way0 transfers
- 5:30 PM1h30Jackson, MS7:00 PMMeridian, MS$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $543.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $785 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56h 29m Average total duration 55h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS:
A bus is $755 (€610) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS costing on average $785 (€635).
Other travel options to Meridian, MS take longer:
Train takes on average 55h 59m.
You'll arrive about -1h -8m sooner (1h 30m by bus vs 1h 22m by car) and save roughly $-11.20 (€-9.06) compared to fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Live departures
Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 PM Jackson, MS | 1h30 | 12:00 AM Meridian, MS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
| 2:00 PM Jackson, MS | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Meridian, MS | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS
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Buses from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 6:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MSYou can travel by bus between Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS with Greyhound for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jackson, MS to Meridian, MS by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Meridian, MS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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