Nantucket

Massachusetts

2
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Nantucket, USA to 2 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Nantucket

2 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 1 routes

Boston
111 miles
2h 1min

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 1 routes

New York
259 miles
4h 42min

Nearby Cities

Cape Cod (29 mi)Marthas Vineyard (29 mi)Plymouth (55 mi)Newport (64 mi)Providence (77 mi)Canton (81 mi)

Routes to Nantucket

New York → NantucketBoston → Nantucket

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Nantucket from Boston?
Nantucket is approximately 111 miles from Boston, with a driving time of around 2h 1min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Nantucket?
Boston is the only city within 3 hours of Nantucket. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Nantucket?
Nantucket has 2 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Nantucket from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Nantucket to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Providence, roughly 95 miles away by road.

Providence~95 mi · 1h 45m
Boston~105 mi · 1h 45m
Hartford~165 mi · 2h 45m
New York~250 mi · 4h 15m
Philadelphia~335 mi · 5h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Nantucket

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Nantucket by road:

Boston Logan (BOS)~105 mi · 1h 45m
Manchester-Boston (MHT)~160 mi · 2h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Nantucket: What to Know

As a Massachusetts starting point, Nantucket gives drivers straightforward access to New England's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Nantucket

Looking to hit the road from Nantucket? Browse 4 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Nantucket connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.