Long Island to Mystic: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.3 miles 116.4 km · straight line
162.6 miles actual route 261.6 km · driving distance
3h 39min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Mystic?

The distance from Long Island to Mystic is 72.3 miles (116.4 km) as the crow flies. Mystic is located ENE of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.6 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Mystic 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 Mystic. 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 Mystic

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 39min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 23min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 28min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Mystic

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Mystic
41.35°N, 71.97°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 344.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM