Merrillville to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.7 miles 350.4 km · straight line
272.2 miles estimated 438 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Merrillville from Waterford?

The distance from Merrillville to Waterford is 217.7 miles (350.4 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located ENE of Merrillville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.2 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Merrillville in Indiana and Waterford in Michigan.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Merrillville and Waterford. 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 Merrillville to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merrillville & Waterford

Quick Facts

Merrillville
41.48°N, 87.33°W
America/Chicago
200m elevation
Waterford
42.69°N, 83.41°W
America/Detroit
294m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients