Norwalk, CT Road Trips
Drivers starting from Norwalk, CT have 6 mapped routes to choose from, making it a accessible departure city in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 85 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Norwalk, CT spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
102.9 mi
Hampton, CT
Quickest Drive
1h 37m
Collinsville, CT
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Trips from Norwalk, CT
Driving from Norwalk, CT
On average, trips departing from Norwalk, CT run 85 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 52m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 103 miles (2h 11m), while the shortest is just 72 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Norwalk, CT include Hampton, CT (102.9 mi, 2h 11m), South Windham, CT (96.7 mi, 2h 6m), Tariffville, CT (82.3 mi, 1h 49m), Norfolk, CT (79.3 mi, 1h 50m), and Terramuggus, CT (76.7 mi, 1h 39m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in CT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 85-mile trip from Norwalk, CT, budget about $13 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Norwalk, CT and 0 routes heading into Norwalk, CT, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 72 to 103 miles.
The longest mapped route from Norwalk, CT covers 103 miles and takes approximately 2h 11m. Shorter options start at just 72 miles.
The average route from Norwalk, CT runs about 85 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 52m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 85-mile trip from Norwalk, CT costs roughly $13 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Norwalk, CT include Hampton, CT, South Windham, CT, Tariffville, CT and Norfolk, CT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Norwalk, CT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
91,375
Median Income
$105,301
Median Home Value
$535,000
Median Age
40.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Norwalk, CT at a Glance
Founded
1640
Elevation
36 ft
Area
36 mi²
Notable People from Norwalk, CT
A sampling of people born in Norwalk, CT.
Charli D'Amelio
2004
American social media personality (born 2004)
George Smith
1941
Nobel prize winning US chemist
Dixie D'Amelio
2001
American influencer (born 2001)
Horace Silver
1928–2014
American jazz pianist and composer (1928–2014)
D.J. Caruso
1965
American film and television director
Roger Stone
1952
American political consultant and lobbyist (born 1952)
Jesse Bradford
1979
American actor
Roger Bart
1962
American actor
James Vanderbilt
1975
American screenwriter
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Norwalk, CT.
Silvermine
human settlement in Norwalk, Connecticut, United States of America
Peck Ledge Light
lighthouse in Connecticut, United States
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion
mansion and historic house museum in Norwalk, Connecticut, USA
Sheffield Island Light
lighthouse in Connecticut, United States
Beth Israel Synagogue
Religious building in Norwalk, Connecticut, United States
Five Mile River Landing Historic District
historic district in Connecticut, United States
Village Creek
coastal community in the South Norwalk neighborhood of the city of Norwalk, Connecticut, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q54217), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Norwalk, CT
Norwalk is a city of 91,000 people (2020) in Fairfield County, in the state of Connecticut in the United States of America. It includes the villages of: East Norwalk, West Norwalk, Cranbury, Silvermine, Winnipauk, Wilson Point, Harbor View, Rowayton and South Norwalk, known locally as "SoNo." Norwalk, probably due mostly to its proximity to New York City, is home to many large companies.
1 The Maritime Aquarium, 10 North Water St, ☏ +1 203-852-0700. Daily 10AM-5PM (Jul, Aug until 6PM). Great aquarium, plus lots of hands-on exhibits, and an IMAX theater. You can feed the seals. Check out the surreal jellyfish exhibit. Other animals include sharks, different varieties of stingrays, colorful poisonous frogs, and big turtles. $22.95 adults. 2 Lockwood Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Ave, ☏ +1 203-838-9799, [email protected]. Tours W Sa Su noon and 2PM. Located in beautiful South Norwalk, the museum gives tourists a chance to go inside a landmark of the city. Adults $10, seniors (62+) $8, students $6, under 8 free. (updated Jul 2020) Rowayton Arts Center, 145 Rowayton Av, ☏ +1 203-866-2744. Located in the Rowayton neighborhood. Experience the work of local artists. And discover the past of that part of the city. SoNo Switch Tower Museum, 77 Washington St., ☏ +1 203 246-6958. Sa Su noon-5PM May-October; and by appointment. Come and learn about the job of the switch tower operator in this 1896 New Haven Railroad structure; throw levers that controlled train movements that were used until 1984. Free, donations accepted. Sound Navigation, ☏ +1 203-219-3688. Sound Navigation offers tours of local lighthouses, sunset cruises, and private charter boats.
Take a walk in historic South Norwalk and see the beautiful murals and statues placed around the town, by the seaport and down to the beach, it's a perfect picture spot! Long Island Sound, ☏ +1 203-854-7806. Visit Calf Pasture/Shady beach for a beautiful view of the long island sound. The beach includes volleyball courts, baseball/softball fields, a skate park, and picnic areas for events. Stepping Stones Museum for Kids, 303 West Ave., ☏ +1 203-899-0606. Tu 1-5PM, W-Su 10AM-5PM. Stepping Stones is an interactive museum for kids. It is recommended for kids age 1-10 and was named one of the top 50 museums for kids in America. Crystal Theatre Inc., 165 Flax Hill Rd., ☏ +1 203-838-7150. Crystal Theatre is an acting program for young to teenage kids. They present plays for the community at reasonable prices. Fairfield County Symphony, 143 Main St., ☏ +1 203-978-9029. The symphony consists of participants 18 and older and hold concerts occasionally. Norwalk Community Chorale Inc., 125 East Ave, ☏ +1 203-451-6742. The Norwalk Community Chorale Inc. presents free chorale concerts for those in Norwalk in the Spring and Fall. Shakespeare on the Sound, ☏ +1 203-299-1300. Shakespeare presents Shakespearean plays over the summer near the Long Island Sound. 1 Sheffield Island Lighthouse, ☏ +1 203-838-9444, [email protected]. Sheffield Island ferry tours are a top Fairfield County CT and Long Island Sound activity, attraction, tourist site, etc. Great for kids and adults as a sightseeing, day trip, and tourist destination.
SoNo Seaport Seafood, 100 Water St, ☏ +1 203-854-9483. For some authentic and fresh waterfront eating. A small restaurant complete with a bar and indoor and outdoor sitting areas. Very reasonable pricing and casual, it's easy to feel very comfortable as you crack open a lobster claw and a beer on the water! Oyster Festival (first weekend after Labor Day), ☏ +1 203-838-9444, [email protected]. All the food you can imagine, great seafood and local specialties, it's also fun for the whole family complete with live entertainment, crafts and a games and ride section! Overton's. Overton's is the local hot dog, hamburger and seafood shack. Cheap food and amazing view of the harbor make this a local favorite. (updated Apr 2020) American Steak House, 595 Connecticut Ave., ☏ +1 203 853-8869. American Steak House is a buffet style family restaurant. Famous Pizza, 23 North Main St., ☏ +1 203 838-6100. This New York feeling Pizzeria is a cheap place for dinner in the middle of downtown South Norwalk.
Local bars and restaurants on Washington Street provide great night life for the older crowd. With open store fronts and multiple themed establishments, there is something for everyone. O'Neill's Pub and Restaurant, 93 North Main St., ☏ +1 203 838-0222. O'Neill's is an Irish Pub in the middle of downtown South Norwalk (SoNo) and offers cocktail parties, buffet dinners, a bar, and restaurant area. Station House Bar and Grille, 232 East Ave, ☏ +1 203 853-2680. Bar and grill with surf and turf options.
Courtyard Norwalk, 474 Main Avenue, ☏ +1 203 849-9111, toll-free: +1-800-647-7578, fax: +1 203 849-8144. In the business district and across from the Merritt 7 Corporate Park. $99. Hilton Garden Inn, 560 Main Ave, ☏ +1 203 523-4050. Just off I-95, Route 7, and the Merritt Parkway. It has accessible rooms, and is in close proximity to many Fortune 500 companies. It is also a 100% smoke free hotel. Norwalk Inn, 99 East Ave., ☏ +1 203 838-2000. Banquet, meeting rooms, and wedding availabilities.
Westchester County Airport is a medium-sized airport in Westchester County, with flights coming and going nationwide. It is about 30 minutes away. Laguardia Airport is a major airport in Queens, with flights going and coming worldwide. It is about 50 minutes away. Tweed-New Haven Airport is a small airport in New Haven, with flights going and coming from Philadelphia. It is about 50 minutes away. John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major airport in Queens, with flights going and coming worldwide. It is about 60 minutes away. Newark International Airport is a major airport in Newark, with flights going and coming worldwide. It is about 80 minutes away. Stewart International Airport is an airport is Newburgh, NY, with flights going and coming from Atlanta, Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, Detroit, and Philadelphia. It is about 80 minutes away. Bradley International Airport is a major airport in Windsor Locks, with flights going and coming worldwide. It is about 90 minutes away. Norwalk is on the MetroNorth New Haven main line, as well as the Danbury branch of the MetroNorth New Haven line. I-95 or Route 15 are highways that allow access to Norwalk.
Norwalk has plenty of public transportation, buses and trains that create easy access to places all over the city. Norwalk has three Metro North train station stops at South Norwalk, East Norwalk and Rowayton which provide easy access from New York’s Grand Central Terminal through to New Haven to the east. Most places can also be reached on foot within the different sections of the city. Ride share services such as Uber and Lyft are also convenient ways to get around in Norwalk.
Travel tips adapted from Norwalk (Connecticut) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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