How far is Norwalk, CT from New London, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to New London, CT is about 78.5 miles (126.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70 miles (112.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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 44m.
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 New Haven County, Connecticut, United Sates
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 New London.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and New London.
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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
30.2 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
1092 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · Long Wharf Drive
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Continue on East Street
647 ft · 17 sec · East Street
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Turn right onto Water Street
562 ft · 10 sec · Water Street
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Continue on Forbes Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Forbes Avenue
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Turn right onto Frontage Road
1.1 km · 49 sec · Frontage Road
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North
1227 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
41.4 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 85: Broad Street, Waterford
1386 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Broad Street
2 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Meridian Street
102 m · 18 sec · Meridian Street
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Turn right onto State Street
88 m · 11 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto Huntington Street
51 m · 6 sec · Huntington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Huntington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and New London.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
41.4 mi · 00h 49m
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 Partly Sunny near New London.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to New London?
The road trip is about 78.5 miles (126.3 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Branford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from Norwalk and 39.3 miles from New London.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70 miles (112.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 3:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.93 one way or $21.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Norwalk and Partly Sunny near New London.
Stop Ideas Near Branford
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 Branford.
Union Station
Wallingford station
Meriden Transit Center
Bridgeport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and New London. Straight-line distance: 69.94 mi (112.56 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 New London
City in Connecticut, United States
| Population | 26,870 |
| Coordinates | 41.3556500, -72.0995200 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
End: New London (-72.09952, 41.35565)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.35 | $24.69 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $13.46 | $26.91 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $16.61 | $33.22 |
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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