How far is East Norwalk, CT from Kent, CT?
The driving distance from East Norwalk, CT to Kent, CT is about 51 miles (82 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43 miles (69.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between East Norwalk and Kent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Norwalk and Kent.
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Start on Winfield Street
1784 ft · 42 sec · Winfield Street
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Turn right onto East Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on East Avenue
1478 ft · 29 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on East Avenue
1478 ft · 33 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on North Avenue
157 m · 15 sec · North Avenue
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Turn right onto France Street
1654 ft · 33 sec · France Street
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Continue on West Rocks Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · West Rocks Road
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Turn right onto Main Avenue
1569 ft · 42 sec · Main Avenue
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Continue on Danbury Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road
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Turn slight left onto Westport Road
135 m · 11 sec · Westport Road
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Merge slight left onto Danbury Road
6.2 mi · 11 min · Danbury Road
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Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
4.5 mi · 8 min · Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on Danbury Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Danbury Road
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Continue on Sugar Hollow Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Sugar Hollow Road
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Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
25.8 mi · 38 min
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Turn sharp left
24 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Norwalk and Kent.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 7 North
Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
25.8 mi · 00h 38m
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 East Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Norwalk to Kent?
The road trip is about 51 miles (82 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Danbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from East Norwalk and 25.5 miles from Kent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43 miles (69.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.10 one way or $14.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kent.
Stop Ideas Near Danbury
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Danbury Fair
Danbury City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Danbury.
Bridgeport
Stamford Transportation Center
Croton–Harmon station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Norwalk and Kent. Straight-line distance: 42.97 mi (69.16 km).
#1 East Norwalk
A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut.
| Population | 84,530 |
| Coordinates | 41.1056500, -73.3984500 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kent
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 2,766 |
| Coordinates | 41.7248200, -73.4770700 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kent (-73.47707, 41.72482)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.02 | $16.05 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.79 | $21.59 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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