Boston, Massachusetts to Danbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.1 miles 225.5 km · straight line
157.5 miles actual route 253.5 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Danbury?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Danbury is 140.1 miles (225.5 km) as the crow flies. Danbury is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.5 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Danbury 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Boston, Massachusetts and Danbury. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Danbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 54min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Danbury

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Danbury
41.39°N, 73.45°W
America/New_York
121m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM