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

The driving distance from Kent, CT to East Norwalk, CT is about 52.6 miles (84.6 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 43m 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
52.58 mi
01h 21m
Flight
42.97 mi
69.16 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.97 mi
Kilometers
69.16 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.58 mi
Kilometers
84.62 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in East Norwalk
Fri, May 1, 9:52 AM EDT
Return by in Kent
Fri, May 1, 11:14 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kent
2026-05-01T08:31
Arrive East Norwalk
Fri, May 1, 9:52 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:46 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kent
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Danbury
CT

The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

From Kent
25.5 mi
00h 40m
To East Norwalk
27.1 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W
Destination
61°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    22 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto Bridge Street

    25 m · 5 sec · Bridge Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Kent Road

    12.9 mi · 22 min · Kent Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Danbury Road

    5.2 mi · 6 min · Danbury Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Federal Road

    10.1 mi · 13 min · Federal Road

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1975 ft · 34 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on US 7 South: Norwalk

    15.5 mi · 28 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Danbury Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road

  10. 10

    Continue on Main Avenue

    1569 ft · 50 sec · Main Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto West Rocks Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West Rocks Road

  12. 12

    Continue on France Street

    1654 ft · 38 sec · France Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto North Avenue

    157 m · 18 sec · North Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on East Avenue

    1387 ft · 26 sec · East Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on East Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Winfield Street

    1784 ft · 38 sec · Winfield Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Winfield Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 7 South
15.5 mi · 29%
Kent Road
12.9 mi · 25%
Federal Road
10.5 mi · 20%
Danbury Road
6.57 mi · 13%
West Rocks Road
2.44 mi · 5%
East Avenue
1.28 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US 7 South

Keep slight left to continue on US 7 South: Norwalk

15.5 mi · 00h 28m

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 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.6 mi
43 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Danbury
00h 40m from Kent
Leave By
3:46 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kent and Sunny near East Norwalk.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 52.6 miles (84.6 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 Kent and 27.1 miles from East Norwalk.

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 9.6 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 3:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.30 one way or $14.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kent and Sunny near East Norwalk.

Stop Ideas Near Danbury

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 Danbury and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 3.9 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 2.4 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 6 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 Danbury.

RAIL

Bridgeport

33 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

39 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

42 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

Union Station

45 mi away
50 Union Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kent and East Norwalk. Straight-line distance: 42.97 mi (69.16 km).

Kent

#1 Kent

Town in Connecticut

Population2,766
Coordinates41.7248200, -73.4770700
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
East Norwalk

#2 East Norwalk

A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Population84,530
Coordinates41.1056500, -73.3984500
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Start: (-73.477056, 41.724808)
End: Winfield Street (-73.398332, 41.105494)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 85 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.85 gal
7.02 L · about $7.30
Round trip
$14.60
3.7 gal · 14.04 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.9 kg / 73 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $7.30 $14.60
Mid-grade $4.46 $8.25 $16.49
Premium $4.86 $8.99 $17.97
Diesel $6.00 $11.09 $22.19

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 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Kent and East Norwalk. The current time is 08:31:13.

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.