Origin
Southbury, CT
Late night in Southbury on Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southbury, CT to Danbury, 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
23m
Distance
17.9 mi
29 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southbury, CT
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Danbury, CT
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a short journey from Southbury, CT, to Danbury, CT, covers a mere 17.9 miles and should take approximately 23 minutes. This quick trip is perfect as a day trip, requiring only one day for completion. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical option for a local excursion within the Northeast region. The drive primarily utilizes US 6 and local North Main Street/Main Street North, offering a straightforward path. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or as a segment of a larger regional exploration, allowing for ample time at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 16.6 mi | 20m |
| North Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Library Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 16.6 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southbury, CT and Danbury, CT.
1
Start on US 6; CT 67
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street North
2
Take the ramp onto US 6
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 6
Toward I 84 West, US 6 West: Danbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 5
Toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
Use the slight right lane.
4
Turn right onto CT 39
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto Library Place
234 ft
·
10 sec
·
Library Place
6
Arrive at destination
Library Place
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 17.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 6
Take the ramp onto US 6 toward I 84 West, US 6 West: Danbury
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 84 West, US 6 West: Danbury
8
16.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
4
17 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
CT 39 / North Main Street
Turn right onto CT 39 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Library Place
Turn right onto Library Place
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.88 one way
$5.76 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
16 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
23m 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 a significant 93% share on faster roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.6 miles on US 6, offering a consistent pace for most of your journey. The route transitions from US 6 onto North Main Street and then Main Street North, indicating a shift from a more open highway feel to a more town-centric road as you approach Danbury. Expect a direct and efficient drive with minimal deviations, designed for quick transit rather than leisurely sightseeing.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.6 mi on US 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and North Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Southbury, CT to Danbury, CT is easy. At 23m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles (CT 39 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Southbury, CT to Danbury, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Bethel along the way.
Bethel
16.9 mi in
|
~20m
About the Cities
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 23m. Total distance: 17.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.6 miles on US 6. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.3 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles (CT 39 / North Main Street): 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 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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