Meriden to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

84.5 miles 136 km · straight line
97.4 miles actual route 156.8 km · driving distance
2h 22min estimated drive time
$9 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Meriden from New York?

The distance from Meriden to New York is 84.5 miles (136 km) as the crow flies. New York is located SW of Meriden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.4 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Meriden in Connecticut and New York in New York.

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. 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 Meriden and New York. 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 Meriden to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 22min $9 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 50min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 15min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meriden & New York

Quick Facts

Meriden
41.54°N, 72.81°W
America/New_York
54m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 294.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM