Origin
Colchester, CT
Late night in Colchester on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
15.8 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colchester, CT
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Norwich, CT
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Trip Overview
This quick 15.8-mile journey from Colchester to Norwich, Connecticut, will only take about 21 minutes, making it a perfect short hop within the Northeast region. You can easily tackle this drive in a single day, and with an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it's a budget-friendly option. The route is primarily on local roads, suggesting a more intimate, community-focused experience rather than a highway cruise. It's the kind of drive that feels more like navigating through familiar neighborhoods than embarking on a grand adventure, ideal for a quick errand or connecting two nearby points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.9 miles from Colchester, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive for this entire trip, as there's no highway share involved. This means you'll be making frequent turns and navigating through residential and commercial areas, so pay close attention to your GPS. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but given the short overall distance and local road profile, you'll likely be encountering various intersections and speed limit changes frequently. This is a drive where staying alert to your surroundings is key, as the road is constantly adapting to the local landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Norwich Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chestnut Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 2 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Union Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chelsea Harbor Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Norwich Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colchester, CT and Norwich, CT.
1
Start on Hayward Avenue
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
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Hayward Avenue
2
Turn left onto Norwich Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Norwich Avenue
3
Turn right onto Chestnut Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Chestnut Hill Road
4
Take the ramp left toward CT 2 East: Norwich
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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CT 2 East: Norwich
5
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
14 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown: CT 2 East, CT 32 South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Downtown: CT 2 East, CT 32 South
7
Turn slight left onto Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Broadway
8
Continue on Union Street
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Union Street
9
Turn right onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Broadway
10
Turn right onto Main Street
331 ft
·
7 sec
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Main Street
11
Turn slight left onto Market Street
502 ft
·
18 sec
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Market Street
12
Turn left onto Chelsea Harbor Drive
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Chelsea Harbor Drive
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this trip is only 15.8 miles and takes about 21 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving anytime should be fine, but consider the local traffic patterns, especially during weekday rush hours. With a low fuel cost of around $3, you won't need to worry much about refueling. Because it's such a short drive with multiple turns, keep your navigation handy and be prepared to adjust your course as needed. The main roads you'll be on are Norwich Avenue, Chestnut Hill Road, and CT 2 East, so familiarize yourself with these as you go.
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 7.9 miles from Colchester, CT, or about 10m into the drive.
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 15.8 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.9 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwich, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Colchester, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Colchester, CT
This is one driving day of about 15.8 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Colchester, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.9 mi from Colchester, CT · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.9 miles from Colchester, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norwich, CT
The final approach into Norwich, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Norwich, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.54 one way
$5.09 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Norwich, CT
Late night in Norwich on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
8 mi in
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
1 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
21m 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 Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT covers 15.8 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Norwich Avenue, Chestnut Hill Road, CT 2 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Colchester, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.54 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.
The drive from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Colchester, CT to Norwich, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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