ZIP Code 06278: Ashford, Connecticut
ZIP code 06278 is assigned to Ashford, Connecticut, and lies within Windham County. Its reference point is at latitude 41.889 and longitude -72.1476 (41°53'20.4"N 72°08'51.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 06278
06278 is the only ZIP code listed for Ashford, CT in our directory.
Across Windham County there are 35 ZIP codes listed, and Connecticut has 446 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 06242 in Eastford, CT, about 3.1 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 06278 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashford |
| County | Windham County |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| Latitude | 41.889 |
| Longitude | -72.1476 |
| DMS | 41°53'20.4"N 72°08'51.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 06242 (Eastford, 3.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 06278
Map centered on 41.889, -72.1476. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Ashford, CT
Video: Ashford, CT
Old Connecticut Path: Walking to School in the 1860s-1870s- Ashford/Eastford, Connecticut — by Jason Newton · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 06278
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 06278, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 06278, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Eastford, CT (3.1 mi east), Woodstock Valley, CT (3.3 mi northeast) and Willington, CT (5.9 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Eastford, CT – 3.1 mi east
- Woodstock Valley, CT – 3.3 mi northeast
- Willington, CT – 5.9 mi west
- Chaplin, CT – 6.0 mi south
- Abington, CT – 6.9 mi southeast
- Ballouville, CT – 7.7 mi southeast
- Storrs Mansfield, CT – 7.7 mi southwest
- Pomfret Center, CT – 8.6 mi east
- Mansfield Center, CT – 8.7 mi south
- Woodstock, CT – 8.9 mi northeast
Schools Near Ashford, CT
If you are moving to ZIP code 06278, check the school district serving Ashford and Windham County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Eastford and Woodstock Valley can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 06278.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Ashford. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 06278 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Ashford, CT can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 06278 may also use facilities in nearby Eastford, Woodstock Valley and Willington.
Shopping and Dining in Ashford
For places to eat and shop near Ashford, CT, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 06278.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Ashford, Connecticut can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 06278.
To research local history, try searching for Windham County records and archives along with the name Ashford.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 06278, Eastford lies about 3.1 mi to the east, Woodstock Valley lies about 3.3 mi to the northeast, Willington lies about 5.9 mi to the west, Chaplin lies about 6.0 mi to the south and Abington lies about 6.9 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Ashford show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 06278
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“AshfordCT MixerTavern”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“AshfordCT KnowltonHall”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“AshfordCT AshfordAcademy1”): Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Old Connecticut Path: Walking to School in the 1860s-1870s- Ashford/Eastford, Connecticut” by Jason Newton, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 06278 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.