Hartford to Meriden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

17.1 miles 27.6 km · straight line
22.3 miles estimated 35.9 km · driving distance
27min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from Meriden?

The distance from Hartford to Meriden is 17.1 miles (27.6 km) as the crow flies. Meriden is located SSW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.3 miles, taking about 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Hartford and Meriden. 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 Hartford to Meriden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients