Fairfield, Connecticut to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

129.2 miles 208 km · straight line
148.9 miles actual route 239.7 km · driving distance
3h 13min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Fairfield, Connecticut from Philadelphia?

The distance from Fairfield, Connecticut to Philadelphia is 129.2 miles (208 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Fairfield, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.9 miles, taking about 3h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Fairfield, Connecticut in Connecticut and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

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 Fairfield, Connecticut and Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 13min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 52min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 3min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairfield, Connecticut & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Fairfield, Connecticut
41.14°N, 73.26°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 192.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM