Dover, New Hampshire to Hartford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.9 miles 217.1 km · straight line
168.6 miles estimated 271.4 km · driving distance
3h 24min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Dover, New Hampshire from Hartford?

The distance from Dover, New Hampshire to Hartford is 134.9 miles (217.1 km) as the crow flies. Hartford is located SW of Dover, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.6 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Dover, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Hartford 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 Dover, New Hampshire and Hartford. 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 Dover, New Hampshire to Hartford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 24min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 5min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 14min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, New Hampshire & Hartford

Quick Facts

Dover, New Hampshire
43.20°N, 70.87°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 184.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients