Albany, New York to Fairfield, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.4 miles 172.9 km · straight line
134.3 miles estimated 216.1 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Fairfield, Connecticut?

The distance from Albany, New York to Fairfield, Connecticut is 107.4 miles (172.9 km) as the crow flies. Fairfield, Connecticut is located SSE of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.3 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Fairfield, Connecticut in Connecticut.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Fairfield, Connecticut. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Fairfield, Connecticut

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Fairfield, Connecticut

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Fairfield, Connecticut
41.14°N, 73.26°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 231.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients