> Driving from NYC to Cape Cod: ~5 hours, ~260 miles. Classic New England beaches, dunes and seafood. Compare car rental deals with free cancellation.

Road trip from NYC

# NYC to Cape Cod

Classic New England beaches, dunes and seafood.

~5 hours · ~260 miles from New York City

Cape Cod is a quintessential New England summer escape, about 5 hours from NYC. A car is essential for exploring the Cape's towns, beaches and the Cape Cod National Seashore — and for reaching the ferries to Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket.

## Trip highlights

- Cape Cod National Seashore and dune beaches
- Provincetown, Chatham and the charming Cape towns
- Ferry connections to the islands
- SUV recommended for gear and the distance

## Driving tips

### Mind the bridge traffic

Summer weekend traffic over the Bourne and Sagamore bridges onto the Cape is heavy. Travel early or mid-week if you can.

## NYC to Cape Cod FAQs

### How long is the drive from NYC to Cape Cod?

About 5 hours and 260 miles. It's a long-weekend trip; a car is essential once you're on the Cape since the towns and beaches are spread out.

## Renting a car for the trip

Compare deals for your dates in the search below. For longer hauls, consider an [SUV](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/cars/suv) or [full-size car](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/cars/full-size), and if you're flying back rather than returning to the city, check out a [one-way rental](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/guides/one-way-car-rental-from-nyc).

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