How far is Norwalk, CT from New Milford, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to New Milford, CT is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
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.
The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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 Milford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and New Milford.
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Start on East Avenue
1392 ft · 32 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on North Avenue
157 m · 15 sec · North Avenue
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Turn right onto France Street
1654 ft · 33 sec · France Street
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Continue on West Rocks Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · West Rocks Road
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Turn right onto Main Avenue
1569 ft · 42 sec · Main Avenue
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Continue on Danbury Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road
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Turn slight left onto Westport Road
135 m · 11 sec · Westport Road
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Merge slight left onto Danbury Road
6.2 mi · 11 min · Danbury Road
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Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
4.5 mi · 8 min · Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on Danbury Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Danbury Road
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Continue on Sugar Hollow Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Sugar Hollow Road
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Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
12.1 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto Bridge Street
2745 ft · 53 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn left onto East Street
54 m · 2 sec · East Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and New Milford.
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.
US 7 North
Keep slight left to continue on US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
12.1 mi · 00h 15m
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 Milford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to New Milford?
The road trip is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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 18.3 miles from Norwalk and 18.2 miles from New Milford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.09 one way or $10.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Norwalk and Partly Sunny near New Milford.
Stop Ideas Near Danbury
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Danbury Fair
Danbury City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Danbury.
Bridgeport
Stamford Transportation Center
Croton–Harmon station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and New Milford. Straight-line distance: 31.75 mi (51.09 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 Milford
Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States of America
| Population | 26,683 |
| Coordinates | 41.5770400, -73.4084500 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Milford (-73.40845, 41.57704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.27 | $12.53 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $7.74 | $15.47 |
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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