Stamford, Connecticut to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.2 miles 381.8 km · straight line
264.3 miles actual route 425.4 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Stamford, Connecticut from Washington DC?

The distance from Stamford, Connecticut to Washington DC is 237.2 miles (381.8 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Stamford, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 264.3 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Stamford, 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 Stamford, 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 Stamford, Connecticut to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Stamford, Connecticut & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Stamford, Connecticut
41.05°N, 73.54°W
America/New_York
7m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM