Car service from Stamford: routes, times and fares
Stamford is Fairfield County's biggest business centre, with the Stamford Transportation Center on the New Haven Line. LaGuardia is about 37 miles; JFK is roughly 46 via I-95 and the Throgs Neck Bridge.
Stamford to JFK
Stamford to JFK is about 46 miles. Most drivers use I-95 south to the Throgs Neck Bridge, then the Cross Island Parkway and Belt Parkway, or the Clearview to the Van Wyck. Door to terminal is 75–125 minutes depending on traffic. The all-in fare is $135–190 by sedan and $180–255 by SUV.
Stamford to LaGuardia
From Stamford, LaGuardia is around 37 miles away. Most drivers use the Merritt or I-95 to the Hutchinson River Parkway, the Whitestone Bridge and the Grand Central Parkway. It takes about 60 minutes off-peak; allow up to 100 minutes between 3 and 7pm on weekdays. Budget $120–165 for a sedan or $160–220 for an SUV, with tolls and tip included.
Stamford to Newark
Stamford to Newark is about 52 miles. Most drivers use I-287 across the Mario Cuomo Bridge and the Garden State Parkway south, which avoids the George Washington Bridge at rush hour. It takes about 85 minutes off-peak; allow up to 140 minutes between 3 and 7pm on weekdays. Budget $150–205 for a sedan or $200–275 for an SUV, with tolls and tip included.
Where we pick up in Stamford
Regular pickup points include Stamford Transportation Center, Harbor Point and Downtown Stamford offices. Any home, office or hotel address works; add gate codes or building notes to your booking.
Sedan or SUV from Stamford?
The sedan suits a solo business traveller or a couple. For a family, a golf bag or a ski trip, the SUV is the right choice.