Long Island to Merrimack: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.5 miles 267.9 km · straight line
260.4 miles actual route 419 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
30° NNE bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Merrimack?

The distance from Long Island to Merrimack is 166.5 miles (267.9 km) as the crow flies. Merrimack is located NNE of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.4 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Merrimack in New Hampshire.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Island and Merrimack. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Long Island to Merrimack

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Merrimack

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Merrimack
42.87°N, 71.49°W
America/New_York
47m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM