Cities Near Meriden
Cities near Meriden, Connecticut: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including New Britain, Hamden, Bristol. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Meriden, Connecticut is New Britain, about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Britain | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hamden | 11 mi / 18 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bristol | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waterbury | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hartford | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| West Haven | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stratford | 30 mi / 48 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Danbury | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Springfield | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Norwalk | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Meriden
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: New Britain, Hamden, Bristol, Waterbury, Hartford. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Meriden include New Britain, Hamden, Bristol, Waterbury, Hartford. The closest is New Britain, about 9 miles (14 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.