New Bedford to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.3 miles 277.3 km · straight line
210 miles actual route 337.9 km · driving distance
4h 40min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is New Bedford from New York?

The distance from New Bedford to New York is 172.3 miles (277.3 km) as the crow flies. New York is located WSW of New Bedford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 210 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — New Bedford in Massachusetts and New York in New York.

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. 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 New Bedford and New York. 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 New Bedford to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 40min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 36min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 26min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Bedford & New York

Quick Facts

New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM