New Haven, Connecticut to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.2 miles 439.7 km · straight line
301.6 miles actual route 485.3 km · driving distance
6h 29min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is New Haven, Connecticut from Washington DC?

The distance from New Haven, Connecticut to Washington DC is 273.2 miles (439.7 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of New Haven, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.6 miles, taking about 6h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — New Haven, Connecticut in Connecticut and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Haven, Connecticut and Washington DC. 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 Haven, Connecticut to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 29min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 47min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~6h 10min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Haven, Connecticut & Washington DC

Quick Facts

New Haven, Connecticut
41.31°N, 72.93°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM