Origin
Southwood Acres, CT
Night in Southwood Acres on Saturday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southwood Acres, 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 51m
Distance
84.3 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
Southwood Acres, CT to East Norwalk, CT is 84.3 miles and takes about 1h 51m via CT 15, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a quick and efficient option for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this route if you're looking for a no-frills journey that prioritizes speed and ease of navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Southwood Acres, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 42.9 mi | 54m |
| I 91 | 32.8 mi | 40m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| King Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Winfield Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Oliver Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 42.9 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southwood Acres, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on Overhill Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Overhill Road
2
Turn left onto Vernon Road
299 ft
·
13 sec
·
Vernon Road
3
Turn right onto Wagon Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Wagon Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Post Office Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Post Office Road
5
Turn left onto Oliver Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Oliver Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto US 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
King Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
8
Merge onto I 91
33 mi
·
40 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto CT 15
43 mi
·
54 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 21
Toward CT 57: Westport, Weston
Use the right lane.
13
At end of road, turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Weston Road
14
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 57
387 ft
·
7 sec
·
Weston Road
15
Turn straight onto CT 57; CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Canal Street
17
Continue on CT 57
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway North
18
Turn left onto CT 33
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Wilton Road
19
Continue on CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
20
Continue on CT 33
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
21
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
22
Arrive at destination
CT 136
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You can depart at your convenience, though an early start will help you avoid potential midday traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, you won't need to worry extensively about refueling stops. The longest stretch on CT 15 is nearly 43 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Plan for one brief stop if needed, but the drive is short enough that you might not require any.
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 42.1 miles from Southwood Acres, CT, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.9 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 55m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Norwalk, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southwood Acres, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southwood Acres, CT
This is one driving day of about 84.3 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Southwood Acres, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 15 for about 42.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Southwood Acres, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 78.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Oliver Road
Turn left onto Oliver Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.6 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
35.9 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
78.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m 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
$13.57 one way
$27.14 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.14 | $32.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.05 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.80 | $5.40 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Night in East Norwalk on Saturday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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 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 51m 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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 78.5
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 90% of the route utilizing major roads like CT 15 and I-91. You'll experience a consistent, fast-paced journey for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.9 miles on CT 15, offering a solid period of highway cruising. While predominantly highway, the final approach into East Norwalk may involve local roads such as Saugatuck Avenue, offering a slight change of pace as you reach your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Oliver Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 1 miles (Oliver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 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 Southwood Acres, CT to East Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Weston along the way.
Weston
78.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 84.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). 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 1 miles (Oliver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park and New England National Scenic Trail. 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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