Distance Guide
How far is New York from Stamford?
The distance between New York, NY and Stamford, CT is about 34 miles — roughly a 37 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
34 mi
Drive time
37 min
Midpoint
40.883°, -73.772°
Driving from New York to Stamford
Most drivers cover the 34-mile route in about 37 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 17 miles each instead of 34. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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