Origin
East Haven, CT
Afternoon in East Haven on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Haven, CT to East Norwalk, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
35.1 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Haven, CT
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East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
East Haven to East Norwalk is 35.1 miles and takes about 50 minutes via I-95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a quick journey that's ideal for a single-day excursion. With no planned stops, you can easily fit this into a busy schedule or use it as a short hop between destinations. Consider this route for its efficiency and directness.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 31.3 mi | 43m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Winfield Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Saltonstall Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Hemingway Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 31.3 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Haven, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on Hemingway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Hemingway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Saltonstall Parkway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Frontage Road
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 95 South
5
Merge onto I 95
31 mi
·
43 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
8
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
9
Arrive at destination
CT 136
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from East Haven, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 33.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 1 / Saltonstall Parkway
Turn left onto US 1 / Saltonstall Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 95 South
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
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 17
Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue
Turn right onto CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.65 one way
$11.30 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.22 | $12.43 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.75 | $15.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
East Norwalk, CT
Afternoon in East Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
2 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
50m 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?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 91% of the journey on interstate roads. You'll spend most of your time on I-95, including a significant stretch of 31.3 miles without needing to exit. While largely interstate, the route does incorporate Saugatuck Avenue and Winfield Street as you approach your destination, offering a slight change of pace from the high-speed driving. The character is one of consistent forward momentum, designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Saugatuck Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 1 / Saltonstall Parkway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 50m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 1 / Saltonstall Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Haven, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Saugatuck along the way.
Saugatuck
33 mi in
|
~46m
About the Cities
Starting in East Haven, CT
Full guide →East Haven is a town in Connecticut three minutes' drive from New Haven and 35 miles from Hartford. It is part of the Greater New Haven area, founded in 1683. The town's population was 28,000 as of 2020. While East Haven has been well-known for a large Italian-American population, the town has received many newer immigrants, particularly from Ecuador, since the late 20th century. The shape of the town is vertically long, and split into three different areas: Foxon, the Center, and Momauguin. Foxon is the northernmost section and is surrounded Branford and North Branford as well as New Haven. The Center is not geographically the center of town, but contains the town hall, library, and the green, surrounded by a suburban area. Momauguin, to the south, borders New Haven along the coastline and contains the Tweed New Haven Regional Airport.
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 50m. Total distance: 35.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.3 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.3 miles (US 1 / Saltonstall Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Norwalk, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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