How far is Norwalk, CT from Bethlehem, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to Bethlehem, CT is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwalk and Bethlehem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and Bethlehem.
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Start on East Avenue
1392 ft · 27 sec · East Avenue
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Turn right onto Westport Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · Westport Avenue
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Continue on Post Road West
1.2 mi · 2 min · Post Road West
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Turn left onto Wilton Road
2174 ft · 45 sec · Wilton Road
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Turn right onto Kings Highway North
850 ft · 19 sec · Kings Highway North
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Continue on Canal Street
1227 ft · 29 sec · Canal Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Easton Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Easton Road
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Continue on Westport Easton Turnpike
1.5 mi · 3 min · Westport Easton Turnpike
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Continue on Westport Road
4.4 mi · 9 min · Westport Road
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Continue on Stepney Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Stepney Road
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Continue on Easton Road
2714 ft · 1 min · Easton Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Botsford Hill Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Botsford Hill Road
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Continue on Toddy Hill Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · Toddy Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Berkshire Road
74 m · 4 sec · Berkshire Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1610 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right
2056 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CT 67: Southbury
828 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 6 East, CT 67: Southbury
635 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street North
9.3 mi · 14 min · Main Street North
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Turn left onto Bethlehem Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bethlehem Road
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Continue on Main Street South
2.9 mi · 5 min · Main Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and Bethlehem.
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.
Main Street North
Turn left onto Main Street North
9.3 mi · 00h 14m
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 Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to Bethlehem?
The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Newtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Norwalk and 21.6 miles from Bethlehem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 3:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.
Stop Ideas Near Newtown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Danbury Fair
Bridgeport City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newtown.
Bridgeport
Union Station
Wallingford station
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 37.54 mi (60.41 km).
#1 Norwalk
The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
| Population | 88,655 |
| Coordinates | 41.1176000, -73.4079000 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bethlehem
Town
| Population | 3,385 |
| Coordinates | 41.6398200, -73.2084500 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bethlehem (-73.20845, 41.63982)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.77 | $13.55 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.38 | $14.77 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $9.12 | $18.23 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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