Dover, Delaware to Stamford, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dover, Delaware from Stamford, Connecticut?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Stamford, Connecticut is 167.8 miles (270 km) as the crow flies. Stamford, Connecticut is located NE of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209.7 miles, taking about 4h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware 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. 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 Dover, Delaware 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.