Origin
Bloomfield, CT
Late night in Bloomfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield, CT to Danbury, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield, CT
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Danbury, CT
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Trip Overview
This 61.9-mile drive from Bloomfield to Danbury, CT, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 21 minutes. With 87% of the journey on highways, it's a very efficient route, making it ideal as a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, so budget-friendly is an understatement. This predominantly highway-focused drive offers a direct path through the Northeast region, specifically within Connecticut. Given its short distance and quick travel time, you won't need to worry about overnight stops. It's a practical choice for when you need to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 53.6 mi | 1h 4m |
| Granby Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Prospect Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Whitney Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Scarborough Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cottage Grove Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 53.6 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, CT and Danbury, CT.
1
Start on this road
214 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
91 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto CT 178
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
4
Turn right onto Tyler Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Tyler Street
5
Turn left onto CT 218
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Cottage Grove Road
6
Turn right onto Granby Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Granby Street
7
Turn right onto Westbourne Parkway
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Westbourne Parkway
8
Turn right onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Albany Avenue
9
Turn left onto Scarborough Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Scarborough Street
Toward I 84
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Whitney Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitney Street
11
Turn right onto Farmington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
12
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Kane Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Kane Street
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
15
Merge onto I 84; US 6
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
44 mi
·
53 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 5
Toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto CT 39
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
19
Turn right onto Library Place
234 ft
·
10 sec
·
Library Place
20
Arrive at destination
Library Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Bloomfield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 44 / Albany Avenue
Turn right onto US 44 / Albany Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Scarborough Street
Turn left onto Scarborough Street toward I 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 84
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.93 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.96 | $21.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.85 | $23.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Danbury, CT
Late night in Danbury on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 61.9-mile trip, with 87% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I-84. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 53.6 miles on I-84, meaning long periods of consistent driving without many turns or significant changes in road type. While Granby Street and Prospect Avenue will feature at the beginning and end, the character of the drive is overwhelmingly dictated by the interstate. This route prioritizes speed and efficiency over scenic detours, offering a predictable and direct path for most of its duration.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.6 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Granby Street. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.9 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 44 / Albany Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Scarborough Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Danbury, CT
Full guide →Danbury - nicknamed Hat City - is a city in the interior of Fairfield County, Connecticut, making it part of the Litchfield Hills region.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.6 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Danbury, CT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 44 / Albany Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Scarborough Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Danbury, CT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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