Cities Near Hartford
Cities near Hartford, Connecticut: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including New Britain, Bristol, Meriden. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Hartford, Connecticut is New Britain, about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 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 Britain | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bristol | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Meriden | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waterbury | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Springfield | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hamden | 28 mi / 45 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| West Haven | 37 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stratford | 46 mi / 74 km | 1 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Danbury | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Worcester | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Hartford
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: New Britain, Bristol, Meriden, Waterbury, Springfield. 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 Hartford include New Britain, Bristol, Meriden, Waterbury, Springfield. The closest is New Britain, about 9 miles (14 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.