Origin
East Norwalk, CT
Morning in East Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
10:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Norwalk, CT to Saybrook Manor, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 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 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Norwalk, CT
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Saybrook Manor, CT
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Trip Overview
East Norwalk, CT to Saybrook Manor, CT is 59.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $10 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. Given its short duration and the primary use of interstate travel, it's an ideal option for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on I 95, making it a convenient and efficient journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 52.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Long Wharf Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Boston Post Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Winfield Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Spencer Plain Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 52.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Norwalk, CT and Saybrook Manor, CT.
1
Start on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
2
Continue on CT 136
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
4
Merge onto I 95
28 mi
·
38 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Wharf Drive
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Street
8
Turn right onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Water Street
9
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
Frontage Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North
12
Merge onto I 95
24 mi
·
27 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 66
Toward CT 166: Spencer Plain Road
14
Turn right onto CT 166
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spencer Plain Road
15
Turn left onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Post Road
16
Turn right onto Nehantic Trail
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Nehantic Trail
17
Turn left onto Old Post Road
111 ft
·
5 sec
·
Old Post Road
18
Arrive at destination
Old Post Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from East Norwalk, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 31.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
6
30.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Long Wharf Drive
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 1 / Water Street
Turn right onto US 1 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.58 one way
$19.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Saybrook Manor, CT
Morning in Saybrook Manor on Sunday
Local time
10:46 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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?
This drive has an 88% highway share, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for the vast majority of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 52.3 miles on I 95, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. While primarily a highway-focused drive, you'll transition onto local roads like Forbes Avenue and Saugatuck Avenue at the beginning and end. Expect a relatively smooth and direct experience, with minimal complex navigation required.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Forbes Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 59.5 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 (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.3 miles on I 95. 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 Saybrook Manor, 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: at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Saybrook Manor, 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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