Long Island to Storrs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

84.1 miles 135.3 km · straight line
169 miles actual route 272 km · driving distance
3h 46min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Storrs?

The distance from Long Island to Storrs is 84.1 miles (135.3 km) as the crow flies. Storrs is located NNE of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169 miles, taking about 3h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Storrs 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 Storrs. 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 Storrs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 46min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 31min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 35min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Storrs

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Storrs
41.81°N, 72.25°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 296.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM