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

How far is Long Island from Stamford, Connecticut?

The distance from Long Island to Stamford, Connecticut is 27.9 miles (44.9 km) as the crow flies. Stamford, Connecticut is located NW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 68.2 miles, taking about 1h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Stamford, Connecticut 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 Stamford, 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.