Cape Cod to Danbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Danbury?

The distance from Cape Cod to Danbury is 164.4 miles (264.6 km) as the crow flies. Danbury is located W of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.5 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod 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 Cape Cod and Danbury. 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.