Boston, Massachusetts to Meriden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.3 miles 171 km · straight line
118.1 miles actual route 190.1 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Meriden?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Meriden is 106.3 miles (171 km) as the crow flies. Meriden is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.1 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Meriden in Connecticut.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Meriden. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Meriden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Meriden

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Meriden
41.54°N, 72.81°W
America/New_York
54m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 234.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM