How far is New Canaan, CT from Meriden, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between New Canaan and Meriden is 44.77 miles (72.05 km).
Flight distance from New Canaan, CT to Meriden, CT is 44.77 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from New Canaan, Connecticut to Meriden, Connecticut is: 54.37 miles (87.5 km) by car.
Driving from New Canaan to Meriden will take approximately 01 hours 02 minutes.
#1 New Canaan
Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 20115 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°8'48"N 73°29'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.1467600 |
| Longitude | -73.4948400 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Meriden: West Main Street (-72.80704,41.538164)
Estimated Travel Time Between New Canaan and Meriden
The distance between New Canaan and Meriden is 87 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 58 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 New Canaan and Meriden. The current time is 15:47:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.26 liters (1.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between New Canaan and Meriden.
The estimated cost of gas to go from New Canaan to Meriden is $6.93 (diesel $8.78).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $6.93 | $8.03 | $8.8 | $8.78 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between New Canaan and Meriden (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
