Manchester, New Hampshire to Meriden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.2 miles 196.6 km · straight line
152.7 miles estimated 245.8 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Manchester, New Hampshire from Meriden?

The distance from Manchester, New Hampshire to Meriden is 122.2 miles (196.6 km) as the crow flies. Meriden is located SW of Manchester, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 152.7 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Manchester, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Meriden in Connecticut.

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. 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 Manchester, New Hampshire 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 Manchester, New Hampshire to Meriden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, New Hampshire & Meriden

Quick Facts

Manchester, New Hampshire
43.00°N, 71.45°W
America/New_York
80m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 203.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients