Cities Near Hamden
Cities near Hamden, Connecticut: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including New Haven, Meriden, Waterbury. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Hamden, Connecticut is New Haven, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Meriden | 11 mi / 18 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waterbury | 14 mi / 22 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Milford | 15 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bristol | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| New Britain | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bridgeport | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hartford | 28 mi / 45 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Danbury | 29 mi / 46 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Norwalk | 33 mi / 53 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Hamden
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: New Haven, Meriden, Waterbury, Milford, Bristol. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Hamden include New Haven, Meriden, Waterbury, Milford, Bristol. The closest is New Haven, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.