Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danbury, CT
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Cornwall, CT
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If you are planning a quick excursion through the Northeast, the 37.8-mile journey from Danbury to Cornwall is an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. Clocking in at approximately 54 minutes of driving time, this route is perfectly suited for those looking to avoid a multi-day commitment. You will navigate primarily via Main Street, US 7 North, and Bridge Street, keeping your fuel costs to a modest $6 estimate. Because the duration is so brief, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics. It is a straightforward, local-focused drive that allows you to reach your destination quickly while staying entirely within the state of Connecticut.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Lake Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Litchfield Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Furnace Brook Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Cornwall Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Warren Hill Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| East Shore Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| New Milford Turnpike | 1.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Danbury, CT and Cornwall, CT.
Start on Library Place
Turn left onto CT 53
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 7; US 202
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7; US 202
Turn right onto US 202; CT 67
Turn left onto US 202
Continue on US 202
Continue on US 202
Continue on US 202
Continue on US 202
Turn left onto CT 45
Continue on CT 45
At end of road, turn left onto CT 45; CT 341
Continue on CT 45; CT 341
Turn right onto CT 45
Continue on CT 45
Continue on CT 45
Turn right onto US 7
Keep slight right at fork onto Kent Road South
Turn slight right onto CT 4
Turn right onto Pine Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Danbury, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 37.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7; US 202 toward US 7 North, US 202 East: Brookfield, New Milford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto CT 45; CT 341 / Lake Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto Kent Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.09 one way
$12.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.70 | $13.39 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Danbury on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Cornwall on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend the entire 37.8 miles navigating local roads, which demands your full attention behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by consistent turns and transitions between town streets and regional arteries. Without long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the pace remains measured and requires you to stay engaged with the road layout. It is a practical, hands-on drive that rewards those who enjoy navigating local topography.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
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 37.8 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 7; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (CT 45; CT 341 / Lake Road): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Danbury, CT to Cornwall, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Milford along the way.
New Milford
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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