How far is Hamden, CT from Norwich, CT?
The driving distance from Hamden, CT to Norwich, CT is about 63.3 miles (101.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m 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 01h 07m.
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.
Town in Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hamden and Norwich.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden and Norwich.
-
1
Start on Whitney Avenue
1415 ft · 26 sec · Whitney Avenue
-
2
Take the ramp slight right toward CT 40 South: North Haven
932 ft · 23 sec
-
3
Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
-
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 91 South: New Haven
1830 ft · 35 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward CT 17, CT 80: North Branford
1701 ft · 53 sec
-
7
Turn right onto Middletown Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Middletown Avenue
-
8
Continue on Ferry Street
1 mi · 2 min · Ferry Street
-
9
Continue on Ferry Street
1499 ft · 52 sec · Ferry Street
-
10
Turn right onto Farren Avenue
2266 ft · 54 sec · Farren Avenue
-
11
Turn left onto Fairmont Avenue
542 ft · 11 sec · Fairmont Avenue
-
12
Continue on Townsend Avenue
1291 ft · 32 sec · Townsend Avenue
-
13
Turn left onto Forbes Avenue
113 m · 6 sec · Forbes Avenue
-
14
Turn right onto Frontage Road
1.1 km · 49 sec · Frontage Road
-
15
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North
1227 ft · 30 sec
-
16
Merge slight left
38.1 mi · 45 min
-
17
Take the exit slight left toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
11 mi · 12 min
-
18
Take the exit slight right toward CT 82: Downtown Norwich
1324 ft · 45 sec
-
19
Turn right onto Salem Turnpike
1.1 km · 1 min · Salem Turnpike
-
20
Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
-
21
Turn right onto Chelsea Harbor Drive
1568 ft · 54 sec · Chelsea Harbor Drive
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Courthouse Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hamden and Norwich.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
38.1 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hamden and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Norwich.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hamden to Norwich?
The road trip is about 63.3 miles (101.9 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Westbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.1 miles from Hamden and 32.2 miles from Norwich.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 4:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.80 one way or $17.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hamden and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Norwich.
Stop Ideas Near Westbrook
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Westbrook.
Old Saybrook station
New London Union Station
Wallingford station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hamden and Norwich. Straight-line distance: 43.42 mi (69.88 km).
#1 Hamden
Town in Connecticut, US
| Population | 60,294 |
| Coordinates | 41.3959300, -72.8967700 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Norwich
City in Connecticut, USA
| Population | 38,619 |
| Coordinates | 41.5242600, -72.0759100 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
End: Courthouse Square (-72.075943, 41.524272)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $8.80 | $17.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.94 | $19.88 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.83 | $21.67 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
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.