Merrimack to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

398.1 miles 640.7 km · straight line
456.5 miles actual route 734.6 km · driving distance
9h 44min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Merrimack from Washington DC?

The distance from Merrimack to Washington DC is 398.1 miles (640.7 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Merrimack. By car, the driving distance is approximately 456.5 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Merrimack in New Hampshire and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Merrimack 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 Merrimack to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 44min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 41min $37–$68* Budget
Train ~9h 15min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merrimack & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Merrimack
42.87°N, 71.49°W
America/New_York
47m 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 133 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM