How far is Norwalk, CT from East Hampton, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to East Hampton, CT is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Connecticut
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwalk and East Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and East Hampton.
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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
1.1 km · 1 min · East Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 95 North: New Haven
1117 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
1 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway
3 mi · 4 min · Merritt Parkway
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Continue on Wilbur Cross Parkway
26.4 mi · 33 min · Wilbur Cross Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward East Main Street
1480 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Industrial Area, Wesleyan
75 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp straight
785 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Newfield Street
758 ft · 18 sec · Newfield Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Street
778 ft · 21 sec · Liberty Street
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Continue on Prospect Street
560 ft · 16 sec · Prospect Street
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Turn right onto Grand Street
2225 ft · 1 min · Grand Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
109 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marlborough Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Marlborough Street
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Continue on Portland-Cobalt Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · Portland-Cobalt Road
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Continue on West High Street
3.1 mi · 4 min · West High Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
2536 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and East Hampton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Continue on Wilbur Cross Parkway
26.4 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Norwalk and Slight Chance Rain Showers near East Hampton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to East Hampton?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Woodbridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.1 miles from Norwalk and 33.1 miles from East Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.23 one way or $18.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Norwalk and Slight Chance Rain Showers near East Hampton.
Stop Ideas Near Woodbridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Woodbridge.
Union Station
Wallingford station
Bridgeport
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and East Hampton. Straight-line distance: 56.64 mi (91.15 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 East Hampton
Town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 12,747 |
| Coordinates | 41.5759300, -72.5025900 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Hampton (-72.50259, 41.57593)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $10.43 | $20.86 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $14.03 | $28.07 |
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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