The drive from East Norwalk, CT to Danielson, CT covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 17m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 395, Forbes Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.6 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.89 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
55.6 miles from East Norwalk, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 111.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 17m highway drive covering 111.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.6 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 111.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles (Long Wharf Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
30.5 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
6
30.7 mi into trip|~43m in|Long Wharf Drive
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
72.1 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|I 395
Take the exit onto I 395 toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 76
Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
6
109.8 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 6 West: Danielson, Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 37
Toward US 6 West: Danielson, Hartford
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 East Norwalk, CT to Danielson, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Plainfield along the way.
Plainfield
72.1 mi in|~1h 34m|via I 395
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
66.6 mi
1h 23m
I 395
37.7 mi
41m
Forbes Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Saugatuck Avenue
1 mi
1m
Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi
2m
Providence Pike
0.8 mi
1m
Winfield Street
0.8 mi
1m
Frontage Road
0.7 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 66.6 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Norwalk, CT and Danielson, CT.
1
Start on CT 136
0.8 mi·1 min·Winfield Street
2
Continue on CT 136
1.0 mi·1 min·Saugatuck Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
4
Merge onto I 95
28 mi·38 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·1 min
Exit 46Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi·2 min·Long Wharf Drive
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Street
8
Turn right onto US 1
0.1 mi·9 sec·Water Street
9
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi·2 min·Forbes Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi·48 sec·Frontage Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 95 North
12
Merge onto I 95
38 mi·44 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 395
36 mi·39 min·I 395
Exit 76Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 395
2.1 mi·2 min·I 395
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 37Toward US 6 West: Danielson, Hartford
16
Merge onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·Providence Pike
17
Continue on Water Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·Water Street
18
Turn right
53 ft·3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
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 55.6 miles from East Norwalk, CT, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.6 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 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 14m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Danielson, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Norwalk, 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 East Norwalk, CT
This is one driving day of about 111.1 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from East Norwalk, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 66.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.6 mi from East Norwalk, CT
· 1h 14m into the drive
The midpoint is around 55.6 miles from East Norwalk, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.6 miles.
Arriving in Danielson, CT
The final approach into Danielson, 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 Danielson, CT.
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
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.89 one way
$35.77 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$19.68
$39.36
premium
$4.86
$21.28
$42.55
diesel
$5.61
$24.53
$49.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.3
0
$11.67
$5.33
Efficient EV
27.8
0
$9.72
$4.44
EV Truck/SUV
44.4
0
$15.55
$7.11
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
East Norwalk, CT
Morning
in East Norwalk on Saturday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Danielson, CT
Morning
in Danielson on Saturday
Local time
10:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
42°F
Deep River, CT
56 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.
Road read
2h 17m 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 East Norwalk, CT to Danielson, CT covers 111.1 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 395, Forbes Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.6 miles from East Norwalk, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.89 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 111.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles (Long Wharf Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from East Norwalk, CT to Danielson, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Plainfield along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
How this page is built
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.
