How far is Prospect, CT from Meriden, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Prospect and Meriden is 9.22 miles (14.84 km).
Flight distance from Prospect, CT to Meriden, CT is 9.22 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Prospect, Connecticut to Meriden, Connecticut is: 13.27 miles (21.36 km) by car.
Driving from Prospect to Meriden will take approximately 00 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Prospect
Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 9755 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°30'8"N 72°58'43"W |
| Latitude | 41.5023200 |
| Longitude | -72.9787200 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| 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 Prospect and Meriden
The distance between Prospect and Meriden is 21 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 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 Prospect and Meriden. The current time is 09:13:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.77 liters (0.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Prospect and Meriden.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Prospect to Meriden is $1.69 (diesel $2.14).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $1.69 | $1.96 | $2.15 | $2.14 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Prospect and Meriden (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
