Origin
Kensington, CT
Late night in Kensington on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Kensington, 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 16m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kensington, CT
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East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
This 56.9-mile drive from Kensington, CT to East Norwalk, CT takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes North Broad Street, the Merritt Parkway, and the Berlin Turnpike, offering a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $9, this is an economical option for exploring Connecticut. You'll be staying within the Northeast region for the entire journey. This drive is straightforward and easily manageable within a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broad Street | 30.3 mi | 37m |
| Merritt Parkway | 16 mi | 20m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Farmington Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Winfield Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Broad Street
— 30.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kensington, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on CT 71
45 ft
·
8 sec
·
New Britain Road
2
Turn sharp right onto CT 372
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Farmington Avenue
3
Turn straight onto CT 372
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Mill Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 5 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
5
Keep slight right at fork
306 ft
·
7 sec
6
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 5; CT 15
30 mi
·
37 min
·
North Broad Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on CT 15
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Use the right lane.
10
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Weston Road
11
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 57
387 ft
·
7 sec
·
Weston Road
12
Turn straight onto CT 57; CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Canal Street
14
Continue on CT 57
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway North
15
Turn left onto CT 33
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Wilton Road
16
Continue on CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
17
Continue on CT 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
18
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
19
Arrive at destination
CT 136
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 28.5 miles from Kensington, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.7 — 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
|
CT 372 / Farmington Avenue
Turn sharp right onto CT 372 / Farmington Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Merge onto US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
5
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
CT 57 / Weston Road
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57 / Weston Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.16 one way
$18.32 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.90 | $21.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.24
Berlin Turnpike
(3.4 mi)
$0.24
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in East Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
4:06 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
38 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 34% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 30.3 miles on North Broad Street, offering a more local feel before transitioning to faster parkway and turnpike sections. The Merritt Parkway, known for its scenic design, will provide a different driving dynamic compared to the more utilitarian Berlin Turnpike. This variety in road types means you'll experience different paces and driving conditions throughout the 56.9 miles.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.3 mi on North Broad Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 372 / Farmington Avenue.
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 56.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 (CT 372 / Farmington Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.8 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): 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 Kensington, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Weston along the way.
Weston
51.5 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 56.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.3 miles on North Broad Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.24 in tolls one way, starting with Berlin Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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: near the start (CT 372 / Farmington Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.8 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): 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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