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Trip from New London, CT to East Norwalk, CT

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 42m

Distance

77.9 mi

125 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 35m ★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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human settlement in Norwalk, Connecticut, United States of America

East Norwalk, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from New London, CT to East Norwalk, CT covers 77.9 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Broad Street, Saugatuck Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.4 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.54 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

38.9 miles from New London, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 73.4 mi 1h 34m
Broad Street 2 mi 3m
Saugatuck Avenue 1.2 mi 2m
Winfield Street 0.8 mi 1m
Hartford Turnpike <0.1 mi <1m
Huntington Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 73.4 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New London, CT and East Norwalk, CT.

1

Start on Huntington Street

52 ft · 9 sec · Huntington Street
2

Turn left onto Broad Street

2.0 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
3

Continue on CT 85

505 ft · 17 sec · Hartford Turnpike
Use the left lane.
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 95

73 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 47 sec
Exit 17 Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn right onto CT 33

1.2 mi · 2 min · Saugatuck Avenue
8

Continue on CT 136

0.8 mi · 1 min · Winfield Street
9

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 38.9 miles from New London, CT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.4 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 17 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.9 miles or 51m 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 26m

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 New London, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from New London, CT

This is one driving day of about 77.9 miles and 1h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from New London, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 73.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Milford, CT

39 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

Madison, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Milford, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.9 miles from New London, 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 73.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Nature's Art Village

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 5.6

Oakdale, CT

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18604434367

Visit website

Cross Sound Lighthouse Cruises

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

New London, Connecticut

+18604444620

Visit website

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77.9

Norwalk, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12038990606

Visit website

Milford Green

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 55.6

Milford, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Ferry Landing State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 16.7

Old Lyme, Connecticut

+18604243000

Visit website

Rocky Neck State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 11.1

Niantic, Connecticut

+18607395471

Visit website

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (formerly Knights of Columbus Museum)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.5

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12038650400

Visit website

Connecticut Air & Space Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 61.2

Stratford, Connecticut

Hours: Closed

+12033451559

Visit website

Submarine Force Library & Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Groton, Connecticut

+18003430079

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 76 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Broad Street

Turn left onto Broad Street

Navigation decision point

7
2.1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
75.7 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 17 Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
4
76 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue

Turn right onto CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.54 one way

$25.08 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $13.80 $27.60
premium $4.86 $14.92 $29.84
diesel $5.61 $17.20 $34.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.4 0 $8.18 $3.74
Efficient EV 19.5 0 $6.82 $3.12
EV Truck/SUV 31.2 0 $10.91 $4.99

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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 16, 2026

Origin

New London, CT

Afternoon in New London on Saturday

Local time

4:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Norwalk, CT

Afternoon in East Norwalk on Saturday

Local time

4:42 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

2 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 42m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Weir Farm National Historical Park

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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 75.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

77.9 mi in 1h 42m, mostly highway — 73.4 mi of that is on I 95.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.4 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Broad Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broad Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from New London, CT to East Norwalk, CT is easy. At 1h 42m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 77.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.4 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Norwalk, CT before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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