Origin
Terryville, CT
Morning in Terryville on Sunday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terryville, 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 12m
Distance
55.6 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terryville, CT
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East Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
This 55.6-mile drive from Terryville to East Norwalk, Connecticut, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing US 6 and I-95, the journey is heavily focused on highway travel, making it a straightforward trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route is an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. The drive is straightforward, with no designated stops, meaning you can reach your destination efficiently. It's an ideal choice if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 39.3 mi | 48m |
| I 95 | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Main Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Saugatuck Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Winfield Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 39.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terryville, CT and East Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on US 6
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
2
Take the exit onto US 6
39 mi
·
48 min
·
US 6
Toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto CT 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Saugatuck Avenue
7
Continue on CT 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winfield Street
8
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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Terryville, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 53.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
3.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
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.
Toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
7
42.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: New York City
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
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 17
Toward CT 33, CT 136: Westport, Saugatuck
4
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue
Turn right onto CT 33 / Saugatuck Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.95 one way
$17.90 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.65 | $21.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Morning in East Norwalk on Sunday
Local time
6:18 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
4 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 12m 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 highway-focused experience on this route, with 90% of the drive occurring on higher-speed roads like US 6 and I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 39.3 miles on US 6, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly highway, the route begins and ends with segments on Main Street, providing a slight shift in character as you enter and exit your start and endpoints. This blend means you'll spend most of your time cruising, with brief interludes on more local thoroughfares.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.3 mi on US 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and I 95. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.3 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 3.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (I 95): 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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