Danbury to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Danbury from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Danbury to Poughkeepsie is 32.1 miles (51.6 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located NW of Danbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 41.7 miles, taking about 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Danbury in Connecticut and Poughkeepsie in New York.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Poughkeepsie. 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.