How far is Meriden, CT from Fairfield, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Meriden and Fairfield is 36.24 miles (58.32 km).
Flight distance from Meriden, CT to Fairfield, CT is 36.24 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Meriden, Connecticut to Fairfield, Connecticut is: 44.17 miles (71.08 km) by car.
Driving from Meriden to Fairfield will take approximately 00 hours 46 minutes.
#1 Meriden
The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut. It is located on the Quinnipiac River in central Connecticut. Meriden is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Meriden Arts Center and the Meriden Historical Society.
| Population | 58981 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°32'17"N 72°48'25"W |
| Latitude | 41.5381500 |
| Longitude | -72.8070400 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairfield
Town in Connecticut, United States of America
| Population | 62215 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°8'28"N 73°15'49"W |
| Latitude | 41.1412100 |
| Longitude | -73.2637300 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Fairfield: Post Road (-73.263724,41.141186)
Estimated Travel Time Between Meriden and Fairfield
The distance between Meriden and Fairfield is 71 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 47 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Meriden and Fairfield. The current time is 09:11:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.9 liters (1.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Meriden and Fairfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Meriden to Fairfield is $5.63 (diesel $7.13).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $5.63 | $6.53 | $7.15 | $7.13 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Connecticut ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.611 (Diesel $4.575) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Meriden and Fairfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
