Origin
Salisbury, CT
Late night in Salisbury on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Salisbury, CT to East Norwalk, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
72.4 mi
116 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
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6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 72.4-mile drive from Salisbury, CT to East Norwalk, CT is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes. You'll primarily be navigating US 7 and Federal Road, with about 36% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, making it an economical option for a short excursion. The drive offers a mixed experience, suitable for a relaxed day trip within the Northeast region. With no recommended stops, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient and enjoy the journey 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
36.2 miles from Salisbury, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway segments with more local road travel. While 36% of the drive is on highways, you'll also encounter stretches on US 7 and Federal Road that feel more like conventional routes. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 15.5 miles on US 7. This variety means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind, but rather experience a dynamic progression of road types as you travel south through Connecticut.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 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 15.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near CT 112 / Lime Rock Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 72.4 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 4.8 miles (CT 112 / Lime Rock Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (US 7 / Kent Road South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.9 miles (US 202 / New Milford Turnpike): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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CT 112 / Lime Rock Road
At end of road, turn left onto CT 112 / Lime Rock Road
Navigation decision point
4
15.5 mi into trip
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~28m in
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US 7 / Kent Road South
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / Kent Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
26.9 mi into trip
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~48m in
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US 202 / New Milford Turnpike
At end of road, turn right onto US 202 / New Milford Turnpike
Navigation decision point
7
50.7 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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US 7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7 toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
6
66.2 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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US 7 / Danbury Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / Danbury Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 15.5 mi | 27m |
| Federal Road | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Route 7 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Danbury Road | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Lake Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Litchfield Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Wells Hill Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Cornwall Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 15.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salisbury, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on Academy Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Academy Street
2
Turn left onto US 44; CT 41
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto CT 41
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Sharon Road
4
Turn slight left onto Wells Hill Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
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Wells Hill Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto CT 112
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Lime Rock Road
6
Continue on Lime Rock Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Lime Rock Road
7
Turn straight onto US 7
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Route 7
8
Continue on US 7; CT 4
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Cornwall Bridge Road
9
Continue on US 7; CT 4
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Kent Road
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kent Road South
11
Turn left onto CT 45
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Warren Hill Road
12
Continue on CT 45
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Warren Hill Road
13
Continue on CT 45
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Cornwall Road
14
Turn left onto CT 45; CT 341
482 ft
·
9 sec
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Kent Road
15
Continue on CT 45; CT 341
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Lake Road
16
Continue on CT 45
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Lake Road
17
Continue on CT 45
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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East Shore Road
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Milford Turnpike
19
Continue on US 202
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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Litchfield Road
20
Continue on US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Lane Road
21
Continue on US 202
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
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Poplar Street
22
Continue on US 202
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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East Street
23
Turn right onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
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46 sec
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Bridge Street
24
Turn left onto US 7; US 202
5.2 mi
·
6 min
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Danbury Road
25
Continue on US 7; US 202
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Federal Road
26
Continue on I 84; US 7
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
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I 84; US 7
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7
15 mi
·
27 min
·
US 7
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Use the straight / left lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
Use the slight right lane.
29
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
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Main Avenue
30
Turn left onto West Rocks Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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West Rocks Road
31
Continue on France Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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France Street
32
Turn left onto US 1
516 ft
·
17 sec
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North Avenue
33
Continue on East Avenue
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
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East Avenue
34
Continue on East Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Avenue
35
Turn left onto CT 136
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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Winfield Street
36
Arrive at destination
CT 136
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, this trip is best suited for a single day, offering plenty of flexibility. Aim to leave in the morning to take advantage of daylight and potentially lighter traffic. The longest stretch without a significant change is 15.5 miles on US 7, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, though with a $12 estimated fuel cost, you likely won't need to worry extensively. Since there are no mandatory stops suggested, you can choose to pause for breaks as needed or drive straight through. Keep an eye out for the transition between highway and local road sections as you progress.
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 36.2 miles from Salisbury, CT, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 72.4 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 59m 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 37m
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 Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, CT
This is one driving day of about 72.4 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Salisbury, 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 15.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Salisbury, CT · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Salisbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Norwalk, CT
The final approach into East Norwalk, 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 East Norwalk, 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
$11.66 one way
$23.31 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.82 | $25.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.99 | $31.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
New Milford Turnpike
(1.6 mi)
$0.11
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
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
East Norwalk, CT
Late night in East Norwalk on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
3 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 56m 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 Salisbury, CT to East Norwalk, CT covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Federal Road, Route 7. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from Salisbury, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.66 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 15 significant decision points across 72.4 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 4.8 miles (CT 112 / Lime Rock Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (US 7 / Kent Road South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.9 miles (US 202 / New Milford Turnpike): Navigation decision point.
The route from Salisbury, CT to East Norwalk, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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