Norwalk to Burlington is 63.6 miles and takes about 1h 30m via CT 8 and I-95, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, traveling from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily utilizing highways, making it a convenient option for a quick excursion. Given its short duration and focused highway profile, it’s best suited for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without extensive sightseeing along the way. Consider this route when you need a direct connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.8 miles from Norwalk, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 41m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CT 8
28.6 mi
35m
I 95
12.4 mi
16m
Wolcott Road
6.8 mi
10m
Milford Street
4.4 mi
7m
Burlington Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
Wolcott Street
1.8 mi
2m
West Street
1 mi
1m
East Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 28.6 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwalk, CT and Burlington, CT.
1
Start on East Avenue
272 ft·12 sec·East Avenue
2
Continue on East Avenue
267 ft·6 sec·East Avenue
3
Continue on East Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·East Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
Merge onto I 95
12 mi·16 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 27AToward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, WaterburyUse the right lane.
7
Continue on CT 8; CT 25
3.2 mi·3 min·CT 8; CT 25
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8
25 mi·31 min·CT 8
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New HavenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 29Toward South Leonard Street, Washington AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on South Leonard Street
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Leonard Street
11
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.4 mi·41 sec·Washington Avenue
12
At end of road, turn right onto South Main Street
83 ft·6 sec·South Main Street
13
Turn left onto Washington Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Washington Street
14
Continue on CT 69
0.5 mi·44 sec·Silver Street Expressway
15
Continue on CT 69
0.7 mi·1 min·Meriden Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn slight left onto CT 69
0.4 mi·35 sec·Woodtick Road
17
Turn straight onto CT 69
0.6 mi·1 min·Stillson Road
18
Turn right onto CT 69
0.7 mi·1 min·Wolcott Street
19
Continue on CT 69
6.8 mi·10 min·Wolcott Road
20
Continue on CT 69
1.1 mi·1 min·Wolcott Street
21
Continue on CT 69
1.0 mi·1 min·West Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; CT 69
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto CT 69
2.5 mi·4 min·Burlington Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on CT 69
4.4 mi·7 min·Milford Street
25
Turn right onto CT 4
0.3 mi·35 sec·Spielman Highway
26
Turn left
18 ft·1 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of about 1h 30m, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving Norwalk in the morning will get you to Burlington with plenty of daylight remaining. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, you won't need to worry too much about frequent refueling stops, though it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on local traffic conditions, especially around the I-95 interchange, as congestion can impact your travel time. There are no specific stops noted on this route, so plan for any necessary breaks before you depart or upon arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.8 miles from Norwalk, CT, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 14 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norwalk, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norwalk, CT
This is one driving day of about 63.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Norwalk, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 28.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 55.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
13.4 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the exit toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
8
17.3 mi into trip|~23m in|CT 8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8 toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
8
42.6 mi into trip|~55m in
Take the exit toward South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue
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 29
Toward South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue
7
55.9 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|US 6; CT 69 / North Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; CT 69 / North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.24 one way
$20.48 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.27
$22.53
premium
$4.86
$12.18
$24.36
diesel
$5.61
$14.04
$28.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 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
19.1
0
$6.68
$3.05
Efficient EV
15.9
0
$5.56
$2.54
EV Truck/SUV
25.4
0
$8.90
$4.07
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Norwalk, CT
Late night
in Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Burlington, CT
Late night
in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
1h 30m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive has a 65% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.6 miles on CT 8, offering a consistent pace for a significant part of the journey. Expect a highway-focused profile throughout, so be prepared for the typical characteristics of interstate and state highway travel. The road generally maintains a steady speed, allowing for efficient progress towards Burlington.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.6 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles (CT 8): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Norwalk, CT and Burlington, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
Waterbury
13.4 mi in|~18m
New Haven
17.3 mi in|~23m|via CT 8
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 63.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.6 miles on CT 8. 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 Burlington, 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 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles (CT 8): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burlington, CT before heading back.
