Boston, Massachusetts to Norwalk, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.4 miles 238.9 km · straight line
166.8 miles actual route 268.5 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Norwalk, Connecticut?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Norwalk, Connecticut is 148.4 miles (238.9 km) as the crow flies. Norwalk, Connecticut is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.8 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Norwalk, 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. 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 Norwalk, Connecticut. 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 Norwalk, Connecticut

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Norwalk, Connecticut

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Norwalk, Connecticut
41.12°N, 73.41°W
America/New_York
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM