Long Island to New Rochelle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

34.9 miles 56.1 km · straight line
51.1 miles actual route 82.3 km · driving distance
1h 13min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Long Island from New Rochelle?

The distance from Long Island to New Rochelle is 34.9 miles (56.1 km) as the crow flies. New Rochelle is located WNW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.1 miles, taking about 1h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

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 Rochelle. 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 New Rochelle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 13min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 28min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & New Rochelle

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
New Rochelle
40.91°N, 73.78°W
America/New_York
26m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 714.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM