Fayetteville, North Carolina to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fayetteville, North Carolina from Merritt Island?

The distance from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Merritt Island is 474.5 miles (763.7 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located SSW of Fayetteville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 569.4 miles, taking about 11h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, North Carolina in North Carolina and Merritt Island 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. 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 Fayetteville, North Carolina 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.