Origin
Danbury, CT
Late night in Danbury on Wednesday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danbury, CT to Collinsville, CT
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danbury, CT
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Collinsville, CT
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Trip Overview
This 52.6-mile drive from Danbury, CT, to Collinsville, CT, is a manageable 1-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 8 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via US 7 and the Litchfield Turnpike, with a significant portion on local roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, it's an economical excursion. The mixed driving profile suggests a blend of highway and scenic byways, offering a varied experience as you travel within the Northeast region. This route is well-suited for a single day's adventure, allowing ample time for exploration at your destination without feeling rushed.
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
26.3 miles from Danbury, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 54% of it on highways. The journey features some stretches on US 7, including one continuous segment of 12.1 miles, offering a chance to pick up speed. However, the Litchfield Turnpike and Bantam Road introduce a more local feel, likely presenting winding sections and varying speed limits. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and more intimate, perhaps slower-paced, driving as you make your way north through Connecticut.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.6 miles (US 7; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202
Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 7; US 202
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7; US 202 toward US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New...
4
39.6 mi into trip
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~51m in
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US 202 / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 202 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
52.5 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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Maple Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Maple Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Danbury, CT to Collinsville, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Milford along the way.
New Milford
2.6 mi in
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~4m
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via US 7; US 202
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Litchfield Turnpike | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Bantam Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Litchfield Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Torrington Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| New Milford Turnpike | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| New Litchfield Street | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 12.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danbury, CT and Collinsville, CT.
1
Start on Library Place
234 ft
·
12 sec
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Library Place
2
Turn left onto CT 53
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
4
Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7; US 202
12 mi
·
15 min
·
US 7; US 202
Toward US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
6
Turn right onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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Bridge Street
7
Turn left onto US 202
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Street
8
Continue on US 202
0.7 mi
·
44 sec
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Poplar Street
9
Continue on US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Lane Road
10
Continue on US 202
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Litchfield Road
11
Continue on US 202
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
New Milford Turnpike
12
Continue on US 202
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Litchfield Turnpike
13
Continue on US 202
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Bantam Road
14
Continue on US 202
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
15
Turn slight left onto US 202
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Torrington Road
16
Continue on US 202
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
New Litchfield Street
17
Continue on US 202
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Litchfield Street
18
Turn left onto US 202
374 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Turn right onto US 202
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
20
Continue on US 202
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Litchfield Turnpike
21
Turn right onto CT 179
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
22
At end of road, turn right onto Maple Avenue
233 ft
·
6 sec
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Maple Avenue
23
Turn slight left onto Center Street
156 ft
·
5 sec
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Center Street
24
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 8 minute duration, you have flexibility with departure times. Consider an early start to maximize your day in Collinsville, or a mid-morning departure to avoid any potential rush hour traffic leaving Danbury. With no designated stops in the data, plan for a brief break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated $8 cost suggests it's not a major concern, but it's always wise to know where the next service station is, especially when transitioning between major roads like US 7 and more rural routes.
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 26.3 miles from Danbury, CT, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.1 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 52.6 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.3 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collinsville, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Danbury, 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 Danbury, CT
This is one driving day of about 52.6 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Danbury, 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 US 7 for about 12.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.3 mi from Danbury, CT · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Danbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collinsville, CT
The final approach into Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, 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
$8.47 one way
$16.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.07 | $20.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.02
Litchfield Turnpike
(11.7 mi)
$0.82
New Milford Turnpike
(2.9 mi)
$0.20
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Collinsville, CT
Late night in Collinsville on Wednesday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 8m 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 Danbury, CT to Collinsville, CT covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Litchfield Turnpike, Bantam Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.3 miles from Danbury, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.47 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 52.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.6 miles (US 7; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Danbury, CT to Collinsville, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Milford along the way.
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