Origin
Sharon, CT
Morning in Sharon on Tuesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sharon, CT to Norwalk, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
63.6 mi
102 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 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharon, CT
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Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
Sharon, CT to Norwalk, CT is 63.6 miles and takes about 1h 39m via US 7, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region down towards the coast. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience for the entirety of the trip, making it more of a leisurely cruise than a high-speed transit. It's a straightforward, single-day journey perfect for a quick excursion or a part of a larger New England adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.8 miles from Sharon, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 15.5 mi | 27m |
| Federal Road | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Cornwall Bridge Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Danbury Road | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Lake Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Litchfield Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Cornwall Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Rocks Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 15.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, CT and Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on West Main Street
23 ft
·
8 sec
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West Main Street
2
Continue on CT 41
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto CT 4
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Cornwall Bridge Road
4
Continue on US 7; CT 4
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Kent Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kent Road South
6
Turn left onto CT 45
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Warren Hill Road
7
Continue on CT 45
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Warren Hill Road
8
Continue on CT 45
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Cornwall Road
9
Turn left onto CT 45; CT 341
482 ft
·
9 sec
·
Kent Road
10
Continue on CT 45; CT 341
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Road
11
Continue on CT 45
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lake Road
12
Continue on CT 45
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Shore Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Milford Turnpike
14
Continue on US 202
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Litchfield Road
15
Continue on US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Lane Road
16
Continue on US 202
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
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Poplar Street
17
Continue on US 202
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Street
18
Turn right onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Bridge Street
19
Turn left onto US 7; US 202
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Danbury Road
20
Continue on US 7; US 202
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Federal Road
21
Continue on I 84; US 7
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
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I 84; US 7
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7
15 mi
·
27 min
·
US 7
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
Use the slight right lane.
24
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Avenue
25
Turn left onto West Rocks Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Rocks Road
26
Continue on France Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
France Street
27
Turn left onto US 1
516 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Avenue
28
Continue on East Avenue
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Avenue
29
Continue on East Avenue
109 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Avenue
30
Continue on East Avenue
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Avenue
31
Arrive at destination
East Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1h 39m duration and 63.6-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave any time of day and still complete it before evening. With a fuel cost estimated at just $10, you won't need extensive planning for gas stops. The drive is described as 'turn-heavy,' so pay close attention to navigation, especially as you approach Norwalk. Consider breaking up the drive with a brief stop if you enjoy exploring small towns along the way, though no specific stops are noted in the data.
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 Sharon, CT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwalk, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sharon, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sharon, CT
This is one driving day of about 63.6 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Sharon, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 7 for about 15.5 miles.
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 31.8 miles from Sharon, 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 8.1 and 58.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 7 / Kent Road South
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / Kent Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
19.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 202 / New Milford Turnpike
At end of road, turn right onto US 202 / New Milford Turnpike
Navigation decision point
4
27.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 7; US 202 / Danbury Road
Turn left onto US 7; US 202 / Danbury Road
Navigation decision point
7
43.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7 toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
6
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
US 7 / Danbury Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / Danbury Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.24 one way
$20.48 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 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 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
New Milford Turnpike
(1.6 mi)
$0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
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.
Destination
Norwalk, CT
Morning in Norwalk on Tuesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
Temperature spread
2 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 39m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Weir Farm National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 52.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 27% of the journey on highways. You'll spend most of your time navigating local roads, including stretches on US 7, Federal Road, and Cornwall Bridge Road. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 15.5 miles on US 7, so be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed. The road's personality suggests a more engaging driving experience, requiring your attention as you transition through various local landscapes.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.5 mi on US 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in near US 7 / Kent Road South.
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 63.6 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 8.1 miles (US 7 / Kent Road South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 19.5 miles (US 202 / New Milford Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 7; US 202 / Danbury Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Sharon, CT
Full guide →Sharon is a town in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut.
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 1h 39m. Total distance: 63.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.5 miles on US 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.11 in tolls one way, starting with New Milford 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 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 8.1 miles (US 7 / Kent Road South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 19.5 miles (US 202 / New Milford Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 7; US 202 / Danbury Road): Navigation decision point.
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 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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