Bridgeport to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

257 miles 413.6 km · straight line
286 miles actual route 460.2 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Bridgeport from Washington DC?

The distance from Bridgeport to Washington DC is 257 miles (413.6 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bridgeport and Washington DC. 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 Bridgeport to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgeport & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Bridgeport
41.18°N, 73.19°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM