This 88.1-mile drive from Hazardville to Norwalk, Connecticut, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 53 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-91 and I-95, making it a very efficient way to travel between these two points within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, no overnight stops are necessary. This drive offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44 miles from Hazardville, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 88.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 88.1-mile route, with 94% of the drive on major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-91, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.8 miles. The character of the drive is largely defined by its efficient, high-speed nature, designed for covering distance. While it's a highway-focused profile, transitioning between I-91, CT 15, and I-95 will be a key part of the driving experience. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and CT 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 38.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
38.4 mi into trip|~49m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
7
38.8 mi into trip|~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 15 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 15 South
8
68.7 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
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 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
7
69.3 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
7
74.6 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: New York City
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 Hazardville, CT to Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
68.7 mi in|~1h 26m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
35.8 mi
43m
CT 15
29.8 mi
37m
I 95
12.4 mi
16m
CT 8
4.5 mi
5m
Hazard Avenue
2.3 mi
4m
East Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 35.8 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazardville, CT and Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on CT 190
2.3 mi·4 min·Hazard Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·58 sec
Toward I 91 South: HartfordUse the slight right lane.
3
Merge onto I 91
36 mi·43 min·I 91
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 17Toward CT 15 SouthUse the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft·8 sec
Toward CT 15 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto CT 15
30 mi·37 min·CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 34Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, WaterburyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward CT 8 South: BridgeportUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto CT 8
4.5 mi·5 min·CT 8
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York CityUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
12 mi·16 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi·26 sec
Exit 16Toward East NorwalkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto East Avenue
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Avenue
15
Keep slight right at fork onto East Avenue
0.3 mi·29 sec·East Avenue
16
Continue on East Avenue
86 ft·1 sec·East Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
East Avenue
Trip Plan
This 1 hour and 53-minute drive is perfectly suited for a single day, so you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Plan to leave early to potentially avoid some of the local traffic as you approach Norwalk. With the longest stretch on I-91 being 35.8 miles, you can easily go for extended periods without needing a fuel stop, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise. Given the minimal duration and focus on major highways, spontaneous stops aren't a major consideration, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently.
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 44 miles from Hazardville, CT, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.8 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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 56m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwalk, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hazardville, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hazardville, CT
This is one driving day of about 88.1 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hazardville, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 35.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Hazardville, CT
· 56m into the drive
The midpoint is around 44 miles from Hazardville, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norwalk, CT
The final approach into Norwalk, 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.
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 88.1
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.18 one way
$28.37 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$15.60
$31.21
premium
$4.86
$16.87
$33.74
diesel
$5.61
$19.45
$38.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.4
0
$9.25
$4.23
Efficient EV
22
0
$7.71
$3.52
EV Truck/SUV
35.2
0
$12.33
$5.64
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Hazardville, CT
Afternoon
in Hazardville on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Norwalk, CT
Afternoon
in Norwalk on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
12 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 53m 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 Hazardville, CT to Norwalk, CT covers 88.1 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, CT 15, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44 miles from Hazardville, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.18 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 88.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 38.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hazardville, CT to Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
