How far is North Stamford, CT from Kent, CT?

The driving distance from North Stamford, CT to Kent, CT is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
52.57 mi
01h 24m
Flight
40.68 mi
65.47 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.68 mi
Kilometers
65.47 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.57 mi
Kilometers
84.61 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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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 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Fri, May 1, 11:16 AM EDT
Return by in North Stamford
Fri, May 1, 12:41 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Stamford
2026-05-01T09:52
Arrive Kent
Fri, May 1, 11:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in North Stamford
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
New Fairfield
CT

Town in Connecticut, United States

From North Stamford
26.3 mi
00h 42m
To Kent
26.3 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 mph W
Destination
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between North Stamford and Kent.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Stamford and Kent.

  1. 1

    Start on Cascade Road

    16 m · 10 sec · Cascade Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Cascade Road

    41 m · 6 sec · Cascade Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Stamford Road

    1110 ft · 38 sec · North Stamford Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto High Ridge Road

    4.4 mi · 8 min · High Ridge Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Westchester Avenue

    1.1 km · 2 min · Westchester Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Pound Ridge Road

    2.6 mi · 4 min · Pound Ridge Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Pound Ridge Road

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Pound Ridge Road

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Village Green

    694 ft · 22 sec · Village Green

  9. 9

    Continue on Cantitoe Street

    1211 ft · 35 sec · Cantitoe Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Cantitoe Road

    927 ft · 26 sec · Cantitoe Road

  11. 11

    Continue on Cantitoe Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · Cantitoe Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Cantitoe Street

    2 mi · 3 min · Cantitoe Street

  13. 13

    Continue on Jay Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Jay Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Goldens Bridge Road

    1396 ft · 30 sec · Goldens Bridge Road

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Cross River Road

    1824 ft · 44 sec · Cross River Road

  16. 16

    Take the ramp right toward Brewster

    1262 ft · 31 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left

    9.4 mi · 11 min

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    18.2 mi · 29 min

  20. 20

    Turn slight right onto State Highway 55

    1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 55

  21. 21

    Continue on State Highway 55

    1273 ft · 22 sec · State Highway 55

  22. 22

    Continue on Riverview Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · Riverview Road

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Dogtail Corner

    60 m · 5 sec · Dogtail Corner

  24. 24

    Continue on Berkshire Road

    660 ft · 18 sec · Berkshire Road

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Dogtail Corners Road

    1.3 mi · 3 min · Dogtail Corners Road

  26. 26

    Continue on Dogtail Corners

    3075 ft · 1 min · Dogtail Corners

  27. 27

    Continue on Bulls Bridge Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Bulls Bridge Road

  28. 28

    Turn left onto Kent Road

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Kent Road

  29. 29

    Continue on South Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  30. 30

    Turn sharp left

    24 m · 3 sec

  31. 31

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between North Stamford and Kent.

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
31 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
58.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Brewster
29.2 mi · 56%
High Ridge Road
4.42 mi · 8%
Pound Ridge Road
3.81 mi · 7%
Kent Road
3.18 mi · 6%
Cantitoe Street
3.13 mi · 6%
Jay Street
1.54 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Brewster

Continue straight

18.2 mi · 00h 29m

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 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.9 mi
40.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
New Fairfield
00h 42m from North Stamford
Leave By
3:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving North Stamford and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kent.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from North Stamford to Kent?

The road trip is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?

New Fairfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from North Stamford and 26.3 miles from Kent.

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

The direct path is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 3:40 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 Sunny around North Stamford and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kent.

Stop Ideas Near New Fairfield

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 New Fairfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 5.6 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 6.8 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 14.3 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 New Fairfield.

RAIL

Bridgeport

41 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

45 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

Poughkeepsie station

46 mi away
41 Main St.
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

47 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Stamford and Kent. Straight-line distance: 40.68 mi (65.47 km).

North Stamford

#1 North Stamford

A census-designated place in Stamford, Connecticut.

Population128,278
Coordinates41.1381500, -73.5434600
Altitude75
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

Town in Connecticut

Population2,766
Coordinates41.7248200, -73.4770700
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Start: North Stamford (-73.54346, 41.13815)
End: Kent (-73.47707, 41.72482)

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 North Stamford and Kent. The current time is 09:52:07.

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.