Fairfield, Connecticut to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

48.8 miles 78.5 km · straight line
56.6 miles actual route 91.1 km · driving distance
1h 28min estimated drive time
$5 - $7 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Fairfield, Connecticut from New York?

The distance from Fairfield, Connecticut to New York is 48.8 miles (78.5 km) as the crow flies. New York is located SW of Fairfield, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 56.6 miles, taking about 1h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United States — Fairfield, Connecticut in Connecticut and New York in New York.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Fairfield, Connecticut and New York. 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 Fairfield, Connecticut to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 28min $5 - $7 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 46min $5–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Fairfield, Connecticut & New York

Quick Facts

Fairfield, Connecticut
41.14°N, 73.26°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 510.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM