How far is Norwalk, CT from Newtown, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to Newtown, CT is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 47m.
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 Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwalk and Newtown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and Newtown.
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Start on East Avenue
1392 ft · 27 sec · East Avenue
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Turn right onto Westport Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · Westport Avenue
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Continue on Post Road West
1.2 mi · 2 min · Post Road West
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Turn left onto Wilton Road
2174 ft · 45 sec · Wilton Road
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Turn right onto Kings Highway North
850 ft · 19 sec · Kings Highway North
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Continue on Canal Street
1227 ft · 29 sec · Canal Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Easton Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Easton Road
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Continue on Westport Easton Turnpike
1.5 mi · 3 min · Westport Easton Turnpike
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Continue on Westport Road
4.4 mi · 9 min · Westport Road
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Continue on Stepney Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Stepney Road
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Continue on Easton Road
2714 ft · 1 min · Easton Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
6.9 mi · 13 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Glover Avenue
1115 ft · 31 sec · Glover Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Glover Avenue
54 m · 7 sec · Glover Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Queen Street
1315 ft · 40 sec · Queen Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Queen Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and Newtown.
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.
Main Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
6.9 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Newtown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to Newtown?
The road trip is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Easton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.3 miles from Norwalk and 12.2 miles from Newtown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.43 one way or $6.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Newtown.
Stop Ideas Near Easton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Danbury Fair
Norwalk City Hall parking
Bridgeport City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Easton.
Bridgeport
Stamford Transportation Center
Union Station
Wallingford station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Newtown. Straight-line distance: 21.18 mi (34.09 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 Newtown
Town in Connecticut, United States
| Population | 1,953 |
| Coordinates | 41.4139800, -73.3034500 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newtown (-73.30345, 41.41398)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $4.23 | $8.45 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $5.22 | $10.43 |
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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