Origin
Greenwich, CT
Late night in Greenwich on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwich, CT to Danbury, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwich, CT
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Danbury, CT
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Trip Overview
Greenwich, CT to Danbury, CT is 40.4 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 684 and I 84, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip connecting two points within the Northeast region, specifically within Connecticut. You'll spend the majority of your time on major interstates, making it a quick and efficient journey. It's ideal if you're looking for a simple, no-fuss drive to get from point A to point B without significant detours or complicated navigation. Consider this route for its brevity and directness.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 684 | 23.2 mi | 26m |
| I 84 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| King Street | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Glenville Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Glenville Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Dearfield Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 23.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwich, CT and Danbury, CT.
1
Start on West Elm Street
53 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn right onto Field Point Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Field Point Road
3
Turn slight left onto Dearfield Drive
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Dearfield Drive
4
Enter roundabout onto Glenville Road
230 ft
·
4 sec
·
Glenville Road
5
Continue on Glenville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Glenville Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on Glenville Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Glenville Street
7
Continue on Glenville Street
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Glenville Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto NY 120A
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
King Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto NY 120A
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Gateway Lane
10
Turn left onto NY 120
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lake Street
11
Turn right onto Airport Road
184 ft
·
5 sec
·
Airport Road
Use the right lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
13
Merge onto I 684
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 684
14
Continue on I 684
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 684
Exit |; 9W|9E
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 9E
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
16
Merge onto I 84
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 84
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 6 West, US 202 West: Lake Avenue
18
Turn left onto Lake Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
19
Continue on West Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Street
20
Turn left onto Beaver Street
364 ft
·
11 sec
·
Beaver Street
21
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Spring Street
22
Turn left onto New Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
New Street
23
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Elm Street
24
Turn right onto CT 53
417 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto Library Place
234 ft
·
10 sec
·
Library Place
26
Arrive at destination
Library Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Greenwich, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.6 — 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
|
Field Point Road
Turn right onto Field Point Road
Navigation decision point
6
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
NY 120A / King Street
Turn right onto NY 120A / King Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Airport Road
Turn right onto Airport Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
31.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East: Danbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 9E
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
6
38.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 6 West, US 202 West: Lake Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward US 6 West, US 202 West: Lake Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.50 one way
$13.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.74 | $15.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
15 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
56m 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 74% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.2 miles on I 684, offering a period of consistent speed and flow. The character is largely that of an interstate commute, emphasizing efficiency over scenic exploration. Expect straightforward driving conditions as you transition from I 684 onto I 84, which will carry you most of the way to Danbury. The road maintains a high-speed profile for most of the 40.4 miles.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.2 mi on I 684.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and I 84. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Field Point Road.
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 40.4 miles you will encounter 20 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 (Field Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (NY 120A / King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles (Airport Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Greenwich, CT
Full guide →Greenwich is a town of about 60,000 in Fairfield County, southwestern Connecticut. It is one of the wealthiest communities in America and is blessed with lush and beautiful scenery and many large and impressive houses.
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 56m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.2 miles on I 684. 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 (Field Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (NY 120A / King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles (Airport Road): 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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