Cape Cod to Stamford, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

173.4 miles 279.1 km · straight line
216.8 miles estimated 348.9 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cape Cod from Stamford, Connecticut?

The distance from Cape Cod to Stamford, Connecticut is 173.4 miles (279.1 km) as the crow flies. Stamford, Connecticut is located WSW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.8 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts and Stamford, 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 Cape Cod and Stamford, Connecticut. 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.

How to Get from Cape Cod to Stamford, Connecticut

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Cod & Stamford, Connecticut

Quick Facts

Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Stamford, Connecticut
41.05°N, 73.54°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients