Danbury to Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.3 miles 283.7 km · straight line
220.3 miles estimated 354.6 km · driving distance
4h 26min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Danbury from Lancaster, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Danbury to Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 176.3 miles (283.7 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, Pennsylvania is located WSW of Danbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220.3 miles, taking about 4h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Danbury in Connecticut and Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania.

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 Danbury and Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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 Danbury to Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 26min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 19min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 13min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danbury & Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Danbury
41.39°N, 73.45°W
America/New_York
121m elevation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 141.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients