How far is East Norwalk, CT from Litchfield, CT?

The driving distance from East Norwalk, CT to Litchfield, CT is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 45.7 miles (73.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
56.58 mi
01h 23m
Flight
45.65 mi
73.46 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
45.65 mi
Kilometers
73.46 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
56.58 mi
Kilometers
91.06 km
Drive Time
01h 23m

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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 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Litchfield
Tue, May 5, 1:59 AM EDT
Return by in East Norwalk
Tue, May 5, 3:23 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave East Norwalk
2026-05-05T00:36
Arrive Litchfield
Tue, May 5, 1:59 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in East Norwalk
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Brookfield
CT

Town in Connecticut, United States

From East Norwalk
28.3 mi
00h 41m
To Litchfield
28.3 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph S
Destination
77°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 13 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between East Norwalk and Litchfield.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Norwalk and Litchfield.

  1. 1

    Start on Winfield Street

    1784 ft · 42 sec · Winfield Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Avenue

    1.1 km · 1 min · East Avenue

  3. 3

    Keep slight right to continue on East Avenue

    1478 ft · 29 sec · East Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on East Avenue

    1478 ft · 33 sec · East Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on North Avenue

    157 m · 15 sec · North Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn right onto France Street

    1654 ft · 33 sec · France Street

  7. 7

    Continue on West Rocks Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West Rocks Road

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Main Avenue

    1569 ft · 42 sec · Main Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on Danbury Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road

  10. 10

    Turn slight left onto Westport Road

    135 m · 11 sec · Westport Road

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Danbury Road

    6.2 mi · 11 min · Danbury Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Ethan Allen Highway

    4.5 mi · 8 min · Ethan Allen Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on Danbury Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Danbury Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Sugar Hollow Road

    7.4 mi · 11 min · Sugar Hollow Road

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford

    12.1 mi · 15 min

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Bridge Street

    2745 ft · 53 sec · Bridge Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto East Street

    1621 ft · 23 sec · East Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Poplar Street

    1.1 km · 45 sec · Poplar Street

  19. 19

    Continue on Park Lane Road

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Park Lane Road

  20. 20

    Continue on Litchfield Road

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Litchfield Road

  21. 21

    Continue on New Milford Turnpike

    2.9 mi · 3 min · New Milford Turnpike

  22. 22

    Continue on Litchfield Turnpike

    3.4 mi · 5 min · Litchfield Turnpike

  23. 23

    Continue on Bantam Road

    5.5 mi · 8 min · Bantam Road

  24. 24

    Continue on West Street

    1 mi · 1 min · West Street

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between East Norwalk and Litchfield.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
25 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 7 North
12.1 mi · 21%
Danbury Road
8.38 mi · 15%
Sugar Hollow Road
7.39 mi · 13%
Bantam Road
5.48 mi · 10%
Ethan Allen Highway
4.53 mi · 8%
Litchfield Road
3.51 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

US 7 North

Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford

12.1 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.9 mi
45.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brookfield
00h 41m from East Norwalk
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving East Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Litchfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from East Norwalk to Litchfield?

The road trip is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?

Brookfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from East Norwalk and 28.3 miles from Litchfield.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 45.7 miles (73.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.89 one way or $15.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around East Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Litchfield.

Stop Ideas Near Brookfield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Brookfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 6.6 mi away

Danbury Fair

Danbury , CT
7 Backus Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
Rating 4.4/5 6,454 reviews Shopping mall,Clothing store,Restaurant
Danbury City Hall
Meeting point 5.1 mi away

Danbury City Hall

Danbury , CT
155 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
Rating 3.0/5 29 reviews City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Nearby stop 5 mi away

Edmond Town Hall

Newtown , CT
45 Main St, Newtown, CT 06470
Rating 4.7/5 366 reviews Event venue,Movie theater,Performing arts theater

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brookfield.

RAIL

Bridgeport

39 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Union Station

45 mi away
50 Union Avenue
RAIL

Wallingford station

49 mi away
37 Hall Avenue
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

50 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between East Norwalk and Litchfield. Straight-line distance: 45.65 mi (73.46 km).

East Norwalk

#1 East Norwalk

A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Population84,530
Coordinates41.1056500, -73.3984500
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Litchfield

#2 Litchfield

Town in Connecticut, United States

Population1,200
Coordinates41.7473200, -73.1887200
Altitude331
CountryUnited States
Start: East Norwalk (-73.39845, 41.10565)
End: Litchfield (-73.18872, 41.74732)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 91 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2 gal
7.56 L · about $7.89
Round trip
$15.78
4 gal · 15.12 L
Estimated CO2
17.8 kg one way
Round trip: 35.5 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $7.89 $15.78
Mid-grade $4.46 $8.91 $17.83
Premium $4.86 $9.72 $19.43
Diesel $6.00 $11.99 $23.99

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 05, 2026

There is no time difference between East Norwalk and Litchfield. The current time is 00:36:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.