Hartford to Ocean City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.1 miles 433 km · straight line
336.3 miles estimated 541.3 km · driving distance
6h 46min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from Ocean City?

The distance from Hartford to Ocean City is 269.1 miles (433 km) as the crow flies. Ocean City is located SSW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.3 miles, taking about 6h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Hartford in Connecticut and Ocean City in Maryland.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hartford and Ocean City. 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 Hartford to Ocean City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 46min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 7min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 26min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hartford & Ocean City

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m elevation
Ocean City
38.34°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients