Origin
Collinsville, CT
Morning in Collinsville on Monday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
69.9 mi
112 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Merritt Parkway, Wilbur Cross Parkway, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16 miles on Merritt Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.19 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.9 miles from Collinsville, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Merritt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 16 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 179 / Bridge Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (CT 179 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9 miles (CT 10 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CT 179 / Bridge Street
Turn sharp left onto CT 179 / Bridge Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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CT 10 / Main Street
Turn right onto CT 10 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
34.6 mi into trip
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~47m in
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CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
64.5 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
5
64.6 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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CT 57 / Weston Road
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57 / Weston Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Weston along the way.
Weston
64.5 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Parkway | 16 mi | 20m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| Whitney Avenue | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Farmington Avenue | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Highland Avenue | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Canton Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Queen Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Merritt Parkway
— 16 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collinsville, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on Center Street
156 ft
·
14 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn sharp left onto CT 179
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
3
Turn left onto CT 179
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Burlington Avenue
4
Turn straight onto CT 179
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Canton Road
5
Continue on CT 4
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Collinsville Road
6
Continue on CT 4
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left / slight left / slight right / right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 4
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto CT 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on CT 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
10
Continue on CT 10
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Queen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on CT 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on CT 10
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Norton Street
15
Turn straight onto CT 10
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Cheshire Road
16
Continue on CT 10
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on CT 10; CT 68; CT 70
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on CT 10
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Whitney Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
20
Merge onto CT 15
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on CT 15
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Use the right lane.
23
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Weston Road
24
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 57
387 ft
·
7 sec
·
Weston Road
25
Turn straight onto CT 57; CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
26
Turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Canal Street
27
Continue on CT 57
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway North
28
Turn left onto CT 33
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Wilton Road
29
Continue on CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
30
Continue on CT 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
31
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
32
Arrive at destination
CT 136
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 34.9 miles from Collinsville, CT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16 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 69.9 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.9 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Norwalk, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, CT
This is one driving day of about 69.9 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Collinsville, 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.
The longest stretch is on Merritt Parkway for about 16 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.9 mi from Collinsville, CT · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Collinsville, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Norwalk, CT
The final approach into East Norwalk, 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 East Norwalk, 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
$11.19 one way
$22.38 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.27 | $24.53 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.29 | $26.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.53 | $31.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
East Norwalk, CT
Morning in East Norwalk on Monday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
28 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 35m 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 Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Merritt Parkway, Wilbur Cross Parkway, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.9 miles from Collinsville, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.19 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 69.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (CT 179 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9 miles (CT 10 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Collinsville, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Weston along the way.
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