How far is Groton, CT from Shelton, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Groton and Shelton is 52.7 miles (84.81 km).
Flight distance from Groton, CT to Shelton, CT is 52.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Groton, Connecticut to Shelton, Connecticut is: 59.55 miles (95.84 km) by car.
Driving from Groton to Shelton will take approximately 01 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Groton
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 38258 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°21'0"N 72°4'42"W |
| Latitude | 41.3501000 |
| Longitude | -72.0784100 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shelton
A town in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is located in the southwestern part of the state, on Long Island Sound. Shelton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Shelton Historical Society and the Shelton Arts Center.
| Population | 40957 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°18'59"N 73°5'35"W |
| Latitude | 41.3164900 |
| Longitude | -73.0931600 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Shelton: (-73.093294,41.316392)
Estimated Travel Time Between Groton and Shelton
The distance between Groton and Shelton is 96 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 03 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Groton and Shelton. The current time is 13:38:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.95 liters (2.1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Groton and Shelton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Groton to Shelton is $7.59 (diesel $9.61).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $7.59 | $8.8 | $9.64 | $9.61 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Connecticut ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.611 (Diesel $4.575) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Groton and Shelton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
