How far is Waterbury, CT from Meriden, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterbury and Meriden is 12.72 miles (20.46 km).
Flight distance from Waterbury, CT to Meriden, CT is 12.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterbury, Connecticut to Meriden, Connecticut is: 15.38 miles (24.75 km) by car.
Driving from Waterbury to Meriden will take approximately 00 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Waterbury
The second most populous city in Connecticut. It is located on the Naugatuck River in southwestern Connecticut. Waterbury is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Mattatuck Museum and the Waterbury Center for the Arts.
| Population | 106826 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°33'29"N 73°3'5"W |
| Latitude | 41.5581500 |
| Longitude | -73.0515000 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| 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 Waterbury and Meriden
The distance between Waterbury and Meriden is 25 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 16 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 Waterbury and Meriden. The current time is 10:59:37.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.05 liters (0.54 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterbury and Meriden.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterbury to Meriden is $1.96 (diesel $2.48).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $1.96 | $2.27 | $2.49 | $2.48 |
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 May 17, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waterbury and Meriden (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
