How far is Washington, CT from Greenwich, CT?

The driving distance from Washington, CT to Greenwich, CT is about 62.4 miles (100.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
62.47 mi
01h 21m
Flight
44.94 mi
72.32 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.94 mi
Kilometers
72.32 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
62.47 mi
Kilometers
100.53 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greenwich
Thu, Apr 23, 1:45 AM EDT
Return by in Washington
Thu, Apr 23, 3:07 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Washington
2026-04-23T00:24
Arrive Greenwich
Thu, Apr 23, 1:45 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Washington
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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
Danbury
CT

The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

From Washington
31.6 mi
00h 40m
To Greenwich
30.8 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW
Destination
69°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Washington and Greenwich.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Washington and Greenwich.

  1. 1

    Start on Old North Road

    10 m · 2 sec · Old North Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Wykeham Road

    113 m · 11 sec · Wykeham Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Green Hill Road

    1.3 km · 1 min · Green Hill Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Calhoun Street

    1783 ft · 38 sec · Calhoun Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Church Hill Road

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Church Hill Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Chestnut Land Road

    3.5 mi · 6 min · Chestnut Land Road

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Lane Road

    1.3 km · 57 sec · Park Lane Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Poplar Street

    1.1 km · 47 sec · Poplar Street

  9. 9

    Continue on East Street

    1621 ft · 25 sec · East Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Bridge Street

    2650 ft · 47 sec · Bridge Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Danbury Road

    5.2 mi · 6 min · Danbury Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Federal Road

    10.1 mi · 13 min · Federal Road

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    1975 ft · 34 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    6.6 mi · 9 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward I 684, NY 22: White Plains, Pawling

    694 ft · 17 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on I 684 South: White Plains

    1.3 km · 2 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight right

    23.2 mi · 27 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward NY 120: Westchester County Airport

    1254 ft · 38 sec

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Airport Road

    1402 ft · 35 sec · Airport Road

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on Airport Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · Airport Road

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Rye Lake Avenue

    51 m · 3 sec · Rye Lake Avenue

  22. 22

    Exit the roundabout onto Rye Lake Avenue

    1168 ft · 26 sec · Rye Lake Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right onto King Street

    3.1 mi · 6 min · King Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Glen Ridge Road

    36 m · 4 sec · Glen Ridge Road

  25. 25

    Continue on Glen Ridge Road

    2492 ft · 2 min · Glen Ridge Road

  26. 26

    Continue on Glenville Street

    553 ft · 13 sec · Glenville Street

  27. 27

    Continue on Glenville Road

    2 mi · 4 min · Glenville Road

  28. 28

    Continue on Glenville Road

    26 m · 2 sec · Glenville Road

  29. 29

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Dearfield Drive

    1 m · 1 sec · Dearfield Drive

  30. 30

    Exit the roundabout onto Dearfield Drive

    1831 ft · 39 sec · Dearfield Drive

  31. 31

    Turn slight right onto Field Point Road

    623 ft · 35 sec · Field Point Road

  32. 32

    Turn left onto West Elm Street

    16 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street

  33. 33

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Washington and Greenwich.

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
33 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
1 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 684 South
24 mi · 38%
Federal Road
17.1 mi · 27%
Danbury Road
5.15 mi · 8%
Chestnut Land Road
3.52 mi · 6%
King Street
3.11 mi · 5%
Church Hill Road
2.23 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 684 South

Merge slight right

23.2 mi · 00h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.5 mi
44.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Danbury
00h 40m from Washington
Leave By
3:48 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Washington and Mostly Sunny near Greenwich.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Washington to Greenwich?

The road trip is about 62.4 miles (100.5 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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 31.6 miles from Washington and 30.8 miles from Greenwich.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.68 one way or $17.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Washington and Mostly Sunny near Greenwich.

Stop Ideas Near Danbury

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 Danbury and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 6 mi away

Danbury Fair

Danbury , CT
7 Backus Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
Rating 4.4/5 6,454 reviews Shopping mall,Clothing store,Restaurant
Danbury City Hall
Meeting point 7.3 mi away

Danbury City Hall

Danbury , CT
155 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
Rating 3.0/5 29 reviews City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Nearby stop 14.9 mi away

Edmond Town Hall

Newtown , CT
45 Main St, Newtown, CT 06470
Rating 4.7/5 366 reviews Event venue,Movie theater,Performing arts theater

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Danbury.

RAIL

Bridgeport

33 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

39 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

42 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

Union Station

45 mi away
50 Union Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Washington and Greenwich. Straight-line distance: 44.94 mi (72.32 km).

Washington

#1 Washington

Town in Connecticut

Population3,419
Coordinates41.6314800, -73.3106700
Altitude224
CountryUnited States
Greenwich

#2 Greenwich

Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Population62,769
Coordinates41.0264900, -73.6284600
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Start: Old North Road (-73.310707, 41.631481)
End: West Elm Street (-73.628456, 41.026566)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 101 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.2 gal
8.34 L · about $8.68
Round trip
$17.36
4.4 gal · 16.68 L
Estimated CO2
19.6 kg one way
Round trip: 39.1 kg / 86 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $8.68 $17.36
Mid-grade $4.46 $9.81 $19.61
Premium $4.86 $10.69 $21.38
Diesel $6.00 $13.19 $26.39

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 Washington and Greenwich. The current time is 00:24:27.

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.