Cities Near New Haven
Cities near New Haven, Connecticut: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Hamden, Milford, Bridgeport. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to New Haven, Connecticut is Hamden, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamden | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Milford | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bridgeport | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Meriden | 17 mi / 27 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waterbury | 18 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bristol | 25 mi / 40 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| New Britain | 26 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Danbury | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| East Norwalk | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hartford | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from New Haven
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Hamden, Milford, Bridgeport, Meriden, Waterbury. 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 New Haven include Hamden, Milford, Bridgeport, Meriden, Waterbury. The closest is Hamden, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.