Fairfield, Connecticut to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fairfield, Connecticut from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Fairfield, Connecticut to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 320 miles (515 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located NNW of Fairfield, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384 miles, taking about 7h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Fairfield, Connecticut is in Connecticut, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fairfield, Connecticut and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. 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.