New Canaan to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Canaan from New York?

The distance from New Canaan to New York is 40.1 miles (64.6 km) as the crow flies. New York is located SW of New Canaan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 49.1 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — New Canaan in Connecticut and New York in New York.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Canaan 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.