Cape Cod to Nantucket: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Nantucket?

The distance from Cape Cod to Nantucket is 28.5 miles (45.9 km) as the crow flies. Nantucket is located SSE of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 37.1 miles, taking about 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Nantucket. 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.