Washington DC to Westport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.4 miles 399.8 km · straight line
276.3 miles actual route 444.6 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
50° NE bearing direction

How far is Washington DC from Westport?

The distance from Washington DC to Westport is 248.4 miles (399.8 km) as the crow flies. Westport is located NE of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.3 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia and Westport in Connecticut.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Washington DC and Westport. 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 Washington DC to Westport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Washington DC & Westport

Quick Facts

Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Westport
41.14°N, 73.36°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM