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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
6.74 mi
00h 11m
Flight
5.59 mi
9 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
5.59 mi
Kilometers
9 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
6.74 mi
Kilometers
10.85 km
Drive Time
00h 11m

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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 00h 11m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wilton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:48 AM EDT
Return by in Norwalk
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Norwalk
2026-04-23T03:36
Arrive Wilton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:48 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 11m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:12 AM to 7:12 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Norwalk
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
New Canaan
CT

Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

From Norwalk
3.4 mi
00h 05m
To Wilton
3.4 mi
00h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph NW
Destination
65°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 8 mph NW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on East Avenue

    83 m · 12 sec · East Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on East Avenue

    81 m · 8 sec · East Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Wall Street

    2000 ft · 40 sec · East Wall Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Belden Avenue

    1427 ft · 30 sec · Belden Avenue

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward US 7 North

    1182 ft · 30 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    2.6 mi · 4 min

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Grist Mill Road

    954 ft · 23 sec · Grist Mill Road

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Belden Hill Road

    3 mi · 5 min · Belden Hill Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Lovers Lane

    45 m · 19 sec · Lovers Lane

  10. 10

    Continue on Lovers Lane

    2 m · 1 sec · Lovers Lane

  11. 11

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
11 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
164.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Belden Hill Road
3 mi · 44%
US 7 North
2.78 mi · 41%
East Wall Street
0.38 mi · 6%
Belden Avenue
0.27 mi · 4%
Grist Mill Road
0.18 mi · 3%
East Avenue
0.1 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 11m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.2 mi
5.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
New Canaan
00h 05m from Norwalk
Leave By
8:06 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around New Canaan and the surrounding midpoint area.
Norwalk City Hall parking
Scenic stop 3 mi away

Norwalk City Hall parking

Norwalk , CT
City Hall Dr, Norwalk, CT 06851
Rating 4.0/5 27 reviews Parking lot
Bridgeport City Hall
Meeting point 12.4 mi away

Bridgeport City Hall

Bridgeport , CT
45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Rating 4.5/5 36 reviews City Hall
Town Hall
Nearby stop 4.2 mi away

Town Hall

Weston , CT
56 Norfield Rd, Weston, CT 06883
Corporate office
Old Town Hall
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

Old Town Hall

Greenwich , CT
Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830
Rating 3.9/5 10 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Canaan.

RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

12 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Bridgeport

26 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

33 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

New Rochelle station

35 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Norwalk and Wilton. Straight-line distance: 5.59 mi (9 km).

Norwalk

#1 Norwalk

The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

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

#2 Wilton

Town in Connecticut, USA

Population18,219
Coordinates41.1953700, -73.4379000
Altitude76
CountryUnited States
Start: Norwalk (-73.4079, 41.1176)
End: Wilton (-73.4379, 41.19537)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 11 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
0.24 gal
0.9 L · about $0.95
Round trip
$1.89
0.48 gal · 1.8 L
Estimated CO2
2.1 kg one way
Round trip: 4.3 kg / 9 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Connecticut · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Norwalk and Wilton. The current time is 03:36:55.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.