How far is New Canaan, CT from Shelton, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between New Canaan and Shelton is 23.94 miles (38.53 km).
Flight distance from New Canaan, CT to Shelton, CT is 23.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from New Canaan, Connecticut to Shelton, Connecticut is: 27.71 miles (44.6 km) by car.
Driving from New Canaan to Shelton will take approximately 00 hours 35 minutes.
#1 New Canaan
Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 20115 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°8'48"N 73°29'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.1467600 |
| Longitude | -73.4948400 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| 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 New Canaan and Shelton
The distance between New Canaan and Shelton is 45 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 29 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 New Canaan and Shelton. The current time is 23:01:34.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.7 liters (0.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between New Canaan and Shelton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from New Canaan to Shelton is $3.53 (diesel $4.47).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $3.53 | $4.1 | $4.49 | $4.47 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between New Canaan and Shelton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
