How far is Darien, CT from Ridgefield, NJ?
The driving distance from Darien, CT to Ridgefield, NJ is about 39.8 miles (64 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Westchester County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Darien and Ridgefield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Darien and Ridgefield.
-
1
Start on the route
59 m · 16 sec
-
2
Turn right onto Post Road
2626 ft · 58 sec · Post Road
-
3
Turn right onto Ledge Road
907 ft · 15 sec · Ledge Road
-
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: New York City
975 ft · 24 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
11.8 mi · 16 min
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on New England Thruway
14.3 mi · 20 min · New England Thruway
-
7
Continue on Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on Bruckner Expressway
3150 ft · 54 sec · Bruckner Expressway
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South, to I 678 South: Cross Bronx Expressway, George Washington Bridge, Newark, Whitestone Bridge
5.4 mi · 7 min
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
1.1 km · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
-
11
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
3167 ft · 60 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
-
12
Continue straight
2659 ft · 48 sec
-
13
Keep slight left
3214 ft · 39 sec
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 1 South, US 9 South: Palisades Park
2 mi · 3 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 1 South, US 9 South: Broad Avenue
1397 ft · 39 sec
-
16
Turn left onto Broad Avenue
2935 ft · 1 min · Broad Avenue
-
17
Turn left onto Banta Place
103 m · 17 sec · Banta Place
-
18
Turn right onto Hillside Street
917 ft · 42 sec · Hillside Street
-
19
Turn right
48 m · 12 sec
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Darien and Ridgefield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New England Thruway
Keep slight left to continue on New England Thruway
14.3 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Darien and Sunny near Ridgefield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Darien to Ridgefield?
The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Larchmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.9 miles from Darien and 19.9 miles from Ridgefield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.52 one way or $11.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Darien and Sunny near Ridgefield.
Stop Ideas Near Larchmont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Flushing Town Hall
Mount Vernon City Hall
City Hall Wedding photographer
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Larchmont.
New Rochelle station
Yonkers station
Stamford Transportation Center
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Darien and Ridgefield. Straight-line distance: 32.83 mi (52.83 km).
#1 Darien
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 21,693 |
| Coordinates | 41.0787100, -73.4692900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ridgefield
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 11,125 |
| Coordinates | 40.8342700, -74.0087500 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ridgefield (-74.00875, 40.83427)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.52 | $11.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.40 | $16.79 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Connecticut · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.