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Trip from Canton, CT to Norwalk, CT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

75.9 mi

122 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Connecticut, United States

Canton, CT

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city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Norwalk, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Canton, CT to Norwalk, CT covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on CT 8, I 95, US 202 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.4 miles on CT 8. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.22 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38 miles from Canton, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 75.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 75.9 miles, with most of the trip on CT 8 and I 95. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.4 miles on CT 8.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 8 is the longest continuous segment at about 49.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near US 202.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 202

Keep slight left at fork onto US 202

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
13 mi into trip | ~17m in | CT 8

Merge onto CT 8

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
62.4 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95 South: New York City
5
62.7 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
75.1 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward East Norwalk

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 16 Toward East Norwalk

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CT 8 49.4 mi 1h
I 95 12.4 mi 16m
US 202 11.1 mi 13m
Albany Turnpike 1.7 mi 3m
East Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: CT 8 — 49.4 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Canton, CT and Norwalk, CT.

1

Start on US 44; US 202

1.7 mi · 3 min · Albany Turnpike
2

Keep slight left at fork onto US 202

11 mi · 13 min · US 202
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward CT 8 South: Waterbury
4

Merge onto CT 8

49 mi · 1 hr · CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 95

12 mi · 16 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 26 sec
Exit 16 Toward East Norwalk Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Turn right onto East Avenue

0.3 mi · 39 sec · East Avenue
9

Keep slight right at fork onto East Avenue

0.3 mi · 29 sec · East Avenue
10

Continue on East Avenue

86 ft · 1 sec · East Avenue
11

Arrive at destination

East Avenue

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38 miles from Canton, CT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 17 miles or 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38 miles or 47m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwalk, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Canton, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Canton, CT

This is one driving day of about 75.9 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Canton, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 49.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38 mi from Canton, CT · 47m into the drive

town in Connecticut, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Naugatuck, CT

38 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

West Torrington, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Naugatuck, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38 miles from Canton, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Norwalk, CT

The final approach into Norwalk, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Weir Farm National Historical Park

Weir Farm National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 75.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.22 one way

$24.44 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $13.44 $26.89
premium $4.86 $14.53 $29.07
diesel $5.61 $16.76 $33.52

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Albany Turnpike (1.7 mi) $0.12

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.8 0 $7.97 $3.64
Efficient EV 19 0 $6.64 $3.04
EV Truck/SUV 30.4 0 $10.63 $4.86

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Jun 23, 2022

Origin

Canton, CT

Morning in Canton on Friday

Local time

8:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norwalk, CT

Morning in Norwalk on Friday

Local time

8:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

15 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 36m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Canton, CT to Norwalk, CT covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are CT 8, I 95, US 202. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38 miles from Canton, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Canton, CT to Norwalk, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.

How this page is built

Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.

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