Meriden to Rome, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178 miles 286.4 km · straight line
222.5 miles estimated 358 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Meriden from Rome, New York?

The distance from Meriden to Rome, New York is 178 miles (286.4 km) as the crow flies. Rome, New York is located NW of Meriden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 222.5 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Meriden in Connecticut and Rome, New York in New York.

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 Meriden and Rome, New York. 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 Meriden to Rome, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meriden & Rome, New York

Quick Facts

Meriden
41.54°N, 72.81°W
America/New_York
54m elevation
Rome, New York
43.21°N, 75.46°W
America/New_York
139m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients