Origin
Higganum, CT
Morning in Higganum on Sunday
Local time
6:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Higganum, 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
1h 27m
Distance
63 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Higganum, CT
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East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
This 63-mile drive from Higganum to East Norwalk, Connecticut, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing highways, this route is ideal for a single-day journey with a modest fuel cost estimated at $10. You'll spend most of your time on major roads like CT 15 and CT 9, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, this route is perfect for a quick relocation or a day trip without the need for an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the travel experience consistent.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 42.9 mi | 54m |
| CT 9 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Meriden Road | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Saybrook Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 42.9 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Higganum, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on CT 154
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Saybrook Road
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
4
Merge onto CT 9
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 9
5
Turn left
150 ft
·
3 sec
Toward CT 66 West: Middletown
6
Continue on Washington Street
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 66
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Meriden Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 91
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto CT 15
43 mi
·
54 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Use the right lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Weston Road
15
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 57
387 ft
·
7 sec
·
Weston Road
16
Turn straight onto CT 57; CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Canal Street
18
Continue on CT 57
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway North
19
Turn left onto CT 33
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Wilton Road
20
Continue on CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
21
Continue on CT 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
22
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
23
Arrive at destination
CT 136
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 31.5 miles from Higganum, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 57.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 9 North: New Britain
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
8
13.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
7
14.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 15 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 15 South
8
57.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.14 one way
$20.28 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.06 | $24.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 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 | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
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
East Norwalk, CT
Morning in East Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
6:09 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
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
1h 27m 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 drive for this trip, with approximately 75% of the journey on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.9 miles, primarily on CT 15, offering a consistent pace. You'll navigate through a mix of main roads, including CT 9 and Meriden Road, which contribute to the overall highway character. This route is designed for efficiency, with limited detours from faster-paced driving conditions. Prepare for an experience where the focus is on covering ground smoothly and directly.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.9 mi on CT 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and CT 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63 miles you will encounter 13 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Higganum, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Weston along the way.
Weston
57.6 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.9 miles on CT 15. 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 East Norwalk, 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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