How far is Shelton, CT from Meriden, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Shelton and Meriden is 21.31 miles (34.3 km).
Flight distance from Shelton, CT to Meriden, CT is 21.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Shelton, Connecticut to Meriden, Connecticut is: 28.83 miles (46.39 km) by car.
Driving from Shelton to Meriden will take approximately 00 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Shelton
A town in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is located in the southwestern part of the state, on Long Island Sound. Shelton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Shelton Historical Society and the Shelton Arts Center.
| Population | 40957 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°18'59"N 73°5'35"W |
| Latitude | 41.3164900 |
| Longitude | -73.0931600 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| 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 Shelton and Meriden
The distance between Shelton and Meriden is 46 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 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 Shelton and Meriden. The current time is 01:30:41.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.85 liters (1.02 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Shelton and Meriden.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Shelton to Meriden is $3.67 (diesel $4.65).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $3.67 | $4.26 | $4.67 | $4.65 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Shelton and Meriden (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
