How far is Norwalk, CT from Darien, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to Darien, CT is about 4.8 miles (7.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 07m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwalk and Darien.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and Darien.
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Start on East Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on East Avenue
81 m · 7 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on East Avenue
3138 ft · 1 min · East Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: New York City
860 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Post Road
858 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Post Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Post Road
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Turn right
59 m · 14 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and Darien.
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.
I 95 South
Merge slight left
2.85 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Norwalk and Partly Sunny near Darien.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to Darien?
The road trip is about 4.8 miles (7.7 km) and usually takes 00h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Norwalk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.4 miles from Norwalk and 2.4 miles from Darien.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.67 one way or $1.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Norwalk and Partly Sunny near Darien.
Stop Ideas Near East Norwalk
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Norwalk City Hall parking
Bridgeport City Hall
Town Hall
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Norwalk.
Stamford Transportation Center
Bridgeport
New Rochelle station
Croton–Harmon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Darien. Straight-line distance: 4.18 mi (6.72 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 Darien
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 21,693 |
| Coordinates | 41.0787100, -73.4692900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Darien (-73.46929, 41.07871)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $0.67 | $1.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $0.76 | $1.52 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $0.83 | $1.65 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $1.02 | $2.04 |
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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