How far is Ridgefield, CT from Darien, CT?
The driving distance from Ridgefield, CT to Darien, CT is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.1 miles (22.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Connecticut, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ridgefield and Darien.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgefield and Darien.
-
1
Start on Bailey Avenue
123 m · 19 sec · Bailey Avenue
-
2
Turn right
74 m · 20 sec
-
3
Turn right
14 m · 9 sec
-
4
Turn left
58 m · 16 sec
-
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Governor Street
142 m · 27 sec · Governor Street
-
6
Turn left onto Main Street
2808 ft · 1 min · Main Street
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on Main Street
1551 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
-
8
Continue on Wilton Road West
1.8 mi · 4 min · Wilton Road West
-
9
Continue on Ridgefield Road
4.7 mi · 10 min · Ridgefield Road
-
10
Turn sharp right onto Belden Hill Road
3 mi · 5 min · Belden Hill Road
-
11
Turn left onto Grist Mill Road
954 ft · 26 sec · Grist Mill Road
-
12
Turn right
3.3 mi · 4 min
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: New York City
2161 ft · 46 sec
-
14
Merge slight left
2 mi · 3 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Post Road
858 ft · 25 sec
-
16
Turn left onto Post Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Post Road
-
17
Turn right
59 m · 14 sec
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ridgefield and Darien.
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.
Ridgefield Road
Continue on Ridgefield Road
4.71 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ridgefield and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Darien.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridgefield to Darien?
The road trip is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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?
Wilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Ridgefield and 8.8 miles from Darien.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.1 miles (22.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.45 one way or $4.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ridgefield and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Darien.
Stop Ideas Near Wilton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Danbury Fair
Norwalk City Hall parking
Bridgeport City Hall
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wilton.
Stamford Transportation Center
Bridgeport
Croton–Harmon station
New Rochelle station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridgefield and Darien. Straight-line distance: 14.09 mi (22.68 km).
#1 Ridgefield
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 24,898 |
| Coordinates | 41.2814800, -73.4981800 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Darien
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 21,693 |
| Coordinates | 41.0787100, -73.4692900 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Darien (-73.46929, 41.07871)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.45 | $4.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.72 | $7.44 |
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 · Jun 10, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.