How far is Portland, CT from Meriden, CT?
Fastest route
To travel from Portland, Connecticut to Meriden, Connecticut, take the fastest route via CT-66 W, covering a distance of approximately 10.6 miles (17 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 23 minutes.
Directions
- Head southwest on Main St toward Silver St 🧭
- Turn right onto CT-66 W/Washington St 🧭
- Continue on CT-66 W, passing Wells Fargo Bank on the left 🧭
- Continue onto I-691 W 🧭
- Take exit 2B toward Downtown 🧭
- Merge onto State St 🧭
- Turn right onto E Main St 🧭
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for the trip to take approximately 23 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
- ⛽ Check your fuel level before starting the journey, as it's a relatively short distance.
- 🚧 Be mindful of potential construction or road closures along the route.
- 🍔 Consider stopping for a quick meal or snack along the way, especially if you're hungry.
- 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before the trip, performing necessary checks like tire pressure and fluid levels.
- ☔ Check the weather forecast to prepare for any adverse weather conditions that may affect your journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Connecticut, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Portland and Meriden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland and Meriden.
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Start on the route
49 m · 4 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marlborough Street
80 m · 12 sec · Marlborough Street
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Continue on Marlborough Street
142 m · 24 sec · Marlborough Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Grand Street
2225 ft · 1 min · Grand Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Prospect Street
560 ft · 16 sec · Prospect Street
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Continue on Liberty Street
778 ft · 27 sec · Liberty Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Newfield Street
758 ft · 20 sec · Newfield Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Continue on Meriden Road
4.2 mi · 6 min · Meriden Road
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Meriden
819 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto State Street
650 ft · 18 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto Camp Street
726 ft · 28 sec · Camp Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Colony Street
2118 ft · 49 sec · Colony Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1196 ft · 24 sec · West 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 Portland and Meriden.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Meriden Road
Continue on Meriden Road
4.25 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Portland and Mostly Sunny near Meriden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portland to Meriden?
The road trip is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Middlefield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Portland and 11 miles from Meriden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.29 one way or $4.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Portland and Mostly Sunny near Meriden.
Stop Ideas Near Middlefield
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 Middlefield.
Meriden Transit Center
Wallingford station
Berlin
Hartford Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portland and Meriden. Straight-line distance: 8.93 mi (14.37 km).
#1 Portland
Town in Connecticut, United States
| Population | 9,213 |
| Coordinates | 41.5728800, -72.6406500 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| 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: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.59 | $5.17 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.82 | $5.64 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.48 | $6.96 |
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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