Long Island to New Canaan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Long Island from New Canaan?

The distance from Long Island to New Canaan is 31 miles (49.9 km) as the crow flies. New Canaan is located NW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and New Canaan in Connecticut.

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 Long Island and New Canaan. 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.