Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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East Hampton, CT
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The drive from Danbury, CT to East Hampton, CT covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, I 691, CT 66 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 59.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and I 691. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.3 miles on I 84.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and I 691. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near I 84.
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 59.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 3.2 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.6 miles (Liberty Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 691 East: Meriden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto CT 66 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto CT 17; CT 66 / Marlborough Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.3 mi | 37m |
| I 691 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| CT 66 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Portland-Cobalt Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| West High Street | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Newtown Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| White Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Danbury, CT and East Hampton, CT.
Start on Library Place
Turn left onto CT 53
Turn right onto White Street
Continue on Newtown Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84
Take the exit
Continue on I 691
Continue on CT 66
Turn left onto CT 3
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Continue on Prospect Street
Turn right onto Grand Street
At end of road, turn left onto CT 66
Take the exit onto CT 17; CT 66
Merge onto CT 17; CT 66
Continue on CT 17; CT 66
Continue on CT 66
Turn right onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Danbury, CT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Danbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into East Hampton, 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.
Regular Gas
$9.64 one way
$19.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 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 | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Danbury on Saturday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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