Hartford to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

100.4 miles 161.6 km · straight line
115.5 miles actual route 185.9 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from New York?

The distance from Hartford to New York is 100.4 miles (161.6 km) as the crow flies. New York is located SW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 115.5 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Hartford 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 Hartford 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 Hartford to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hartford & New York

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 248 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM