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

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

The distance from Albany, New York to Stamford, Connecticut is 111 miles (178.7 km) as the crow flies. Stamford, Connecticut is located S of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.8 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Stamford, 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. 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 Stamford, 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.