Long Island to Madison, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

43.9 miles 70.7 km · straight line
125.9 miles actual route 202.6 km · driving distance
2h 53min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Madison, Connecticut?

The distance from Long Island to Madison, Connecticut is 43.9 miles (70.7 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Connecticut is located NE of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 125.9 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Madison, Connecticut in Connecticut.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Long Island and Madison, Connecticut. 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 Long Island to Madison, Connecticut

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 53min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 28min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 44min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Madison, Connecticut

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Madison, Connecticut
41.28°N, 72.60°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 566.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM