Melbourne, Florida to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

19.7 miles 31.7 km · straight line
25.6 miles estimated 41.2 km · driving distance
31min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Melbourne, Florida from Merritt Island?

The distance from Melbourne, Florida to Merritt Island is 19.7 miles (31.7 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located NNW of Melbourne, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 25.6 miles, taking about 31min. 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 Melbourne, Florida 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.

How to Get from Melbourne, Florida to Merritt Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Melbourne, Florida & Merritt Island

Quick Facts

Melbourne, Florida
28.08°N, 80.61°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Merritt Island
28.36°N, 80.69°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients