How far is Norwalk, CT from Kent, CT?

The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to Kent, CT is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
49.59 mi
01h 18m
Flight
42.11 mi
67.77 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
42.11 mi
Kilometers
67.77 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.59 mi
Kilometers
79.81 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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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 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Tue, May 5, 1:43 AM EDT
Return by in Norwalk
Tue, May 5, 3:02 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Norwalk
2026-05-05T00:25
Arrive Kent
Tue, May 5, 1:43 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:19 AM to 11:19 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Norwalk
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Danbury
CT

The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

From Norwalk
24.8 mi
00h 39m
To Kent
24.8 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph S
Destination
81°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and Kent.

  1. 1

    Start on East Avenue

    1392 ft · 32 sec · East Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on North Avenue

    157 m · 15 sec · North Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto France Street

    1654 ft · 33 sec · France Street

  4. 4

    Continue on West Rocks Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West Rocks Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Main Avenue

    1569 ft · 42 sec · Main Avenue

  6. 6

    Continue on Danbury Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road

  7. 7

    Turn slight left onto Westport Road

    135 m · 11 sec · Westport Road

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Danbury Road

    6.2 mi · 11 min · Danbury Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Ethan Allen Highway

    4.5 mi · 8 min · Ethan Allen Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on Danbury Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Danbury Road

  11. 11

    Continue on Sugar Hollow Road

    7.4 mi · 11 min · Sugar Hollow Road

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford

    25.8 mi · 38 min

  13. 13

    Turn sharp left

    24 m · 3 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 7 North
25.8 mi · 52%
Danbury Road
8.38 mi · 17%
Sugar Hollow Road
7.39 mi · 15%
Ethan Allen Highway
4.53 mi · 9%
West Rocks Road
2.44 mi · 5%
France Street
0.31 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 7 North

Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford

25.8 mi · 00h 38m

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 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.5 mi
42.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Danbury
00h 39m from Norwalk
Leave By
3:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kent.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to Kent?

The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?

Danbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Norwalk and 24.8 miles from Kent.

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

The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 3:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Norwalk and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kent.

Stop Ideas Near Danbury

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 Danbury and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 4.6 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 3 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 5.5 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 Danbury.

RAIL

Bridgeport

33 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

39 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

42 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

Union Station

45 mi away
50 Union Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Kent. Straight-line distance: 42.11 mi (67.77 km).

Norwalk

#1 Norwalk

The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

Population88,655
Coordinates41.1176000, -73.4079000
Altitude11
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

Town in Connecticut

Population2,766
Coordinates41.7248200, -73.4770700
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Start: Norwalk (-73.4079, 41.1176)
End: Kent (-73.47707, 41.72482)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.75 gal
6.62 L · about $6.90
Round trip
$13.81
3.5 gal · 13.24 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.1 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $6.90 $13.81
Mid-grade $4.46 $7.80 $15.60
Premium $4.86 $8.50 $17.00
Diesel $6.00 $10.49 $20.99

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 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Norwalk and Kent. The current time is 00:25:23.

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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.