How far is Norwalk, CT from Wilton, CT?
The driving distance from Norwalk, CT to Wilton, CT is about 6.8 miles (10.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.6 miles (9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 11m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwalk and Wilton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk and Wilton.
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Start on East Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on East Avenue
81 m · 8 sec · East Avenue
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Turn right onto East Wall Street
2000 ft · 40 sec · East Wall Street
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Turn right onto Belden Avenue
1427 ft · 30 sec · Belden Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward US 7 North
1182 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Grist Mill Road
954 ft · 23 sec · Grist Mill Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Belden Hill Road
3 mi · 5 min · Belden Hill Road
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Turn left onto Lovers Lane
45 m · 19 sec · Lovers Lane
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Continue on Lovers Lane
2 m · 1 sec · Lovers Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lovers Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwalk and Wilton.
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.
Belden Hill Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto Belden Hill Road
3 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Wilton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwalk to Wilton?
The road trip is about 6.8 miles (10.9 km) and usually takes 00h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Canaan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.4 miles from Norwalk and 3.4 miles from Wilton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.6 miles (9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.95 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Norwalk and Mostly Sunny near Wilton.
Stop Ideas Near New Canaan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Norwalk City Hall parking
Bridgeport City Hall
Town Hall
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Canaan.
Stamford Transportation Center
Bridgeport
Croton–Harmon station
New Rochelle station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Wilton. Straight-line distance: 5.59 mi (9 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 Wilton
Town in Connecticut, USA
| Population | 18,219 |
| Coordinates | 41.1953700, -73.4379000 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilton (-73.4379, 41.19537)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $0.95 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.07 | $2.14 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $1.44 | $2.88 |
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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