Danbury to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.6 miles 411.3 km · straight line
289.6 miles actual route 466 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Danbury from Washington DC?

The distance from Danbury to Washington DC is 255.6 miles (411.3 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Danbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.6 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Danbury in Connecticut and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Danbury and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danbury & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Danbury
41.39°N, 73.45°W
America/New_York
121m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM