How far is Ashford, CT from Meriden, CT?
The driving distance from Ashford, CT to Meriden, CT is about 51.4 miles (82.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.3 miles (68 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashford and Meriden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashford and Meriden.
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Start on Ashford Center Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Ashford Center Road
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Continue on Pompey Hollow Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Pompey Hollow Road
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Continue on Squaw Hollow Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Squaw Hollow Road
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Continue on Boston Turnpike
1.1 mi · 2 min · Boston Turnpike
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Continue on Middle Turnpike
5 mi · 8 min · Middle Turnpike
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Continue on Boston Turnpike
6.9 mi · 10 min · Boston Turnpike
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Take the ramp straight
2856 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 10 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on CT 15 South: New York City
16.7 mi · 22 min
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Continue on North Broad Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Broad Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Street
2176 ft · 46 sec · Liberty Street
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Turn straight onto East Main Street
2512 ft · 53 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashford and Meriden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
CT 15 South
Keep slight left to continue on CT 15 South: New York City
16.7 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ashford and Showers And Thunderstorms near Meriden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashford to Meriden?
The road trip is about 51.4 miles (82.8 km) and usually takes 00h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Ashford and 27.2 miles from Meriden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.3 miles (68 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.14 one way or $14.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ashford and Showers And Thunderstorms near Meriden.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Manchester.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashford and Meriden. Straight-line distance: 42.27 mi (68.02 km).
#1 Ashford
Town of the United States
| Population | 4,246 |
| Coordinates | 41.8731500, -72.1214700 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Meriden
The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut.
| Population | 58,981 |
| Coordinates | 41.5381500, -72.8070400 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-72.80704, 41.538164)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.07 | $16.13 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.79 | $17.59 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.85 | $21.71 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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