Cocoa to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cocoa from Merritt Island?

The distance from Cocoa to Merritt Island is 3.7 miles (5.9 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located ESE of Cocoa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 4.8 miles, taking about 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 30min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Cocoa and Merritt Island. 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.