New Bedford to Utica: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242 miles 389.4 km · straight line
302.5 miles estimated 486.8 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is New Bedford from Utica?

The distance from New Bedford to Utica is 242 miles (389.4 km) as the crow flies. Utica is located WNW of New Bedford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.5 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — New Bedford in Massachusetts and Utica 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Bedford and Utica. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Utica

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Bedford & Utica

Quick Facts

New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
Utica
43.10°N, 75.23°W
America/New_York
139m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients