Meriden to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.8 miles 463.1 km · straight line
321.5 miles actual route 517.4 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Meriden from Washington DC?

The distance from Meriden to Washington DC is 287.8 miles (463.1 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Meriden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 321.5 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Meriden in Connecticut and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Meriden and Washington DC. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meriden & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Meriden
41.54°N, 72.81°W
America/New_York
54m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM