Laurel, Maryland to Meads: Road Trip Guide & Distance

319.3 miles 513.8 km · straight line
383.1 miles estimated 616.6 km · driving distance
7h 42min estimated drive time
$37 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Maryland from Meads?

The distance from Laurel, Maryland to Meads is 319.3 miles (513.8 km) as the crow flies. Meads is located W of Laurel, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 383.1 miles, taking about 7h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Maryland in Maryland and Meads in Kentucky.

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 Laurel, Maryland and Meads. 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 Laurel, Maryland to Meads

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 42min $37 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 14min $31–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 19min $46–$134* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Maryland & Meads

Quick Facts

Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
Meads
38.41°N, 82.71°W
America/New_York
185m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 106 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients