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Distance from Nantucket to Barnstable

Driving Distance
29.9 mi 48.2 km
Flying Distance
28.0 mi 45.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Nantucket, Massachusetts to Barnstable, Massachusetts is 29.9 mi (48.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 28.0 mi (45.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 17 minutes

Traveling local streets, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 20 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Nantucket
Place Nantucket
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 41.285325
Longitude -70.0988
GPS 41.285325° N, 70.0988° W
Local Time 6:25 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Barnstable
Place Barnstable
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 41.665261
Longitude -70.287855
GPS 41.665261° N, 70.287855° W
Local Time 6:25 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Nantucket, Massachusetts to Barnstable, Massachusetts covers 29.9 mi (48.2 km) in a northwest direction. This local streets, moderate route typically takes 2 hours 17 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (29.5-29.9 miles / 47-48 km). The primary route shown here saves 32 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 20 mph (32 km/h).

Available Routes

Hyannis - Nantucket Ferry and Barnstable Rd
29.9 mi 2 hours 17 minutes
Shortest Tolls
Hyannis - Nantucket Ferry
29.5 mi 2 hours 17 minutes
Fastest Tolls

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.