Lakeland to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lakeland from Merritt Island?

The distance from Lakeland to Merritt Island is 79.8 miles (128.5 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located ENE of Lakeland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.8 miles, taking about 2h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Lakeland 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.