Origin
Woodbury, CT
Morning in Woodbury on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbury, 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 5m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury, CT
David Kanigan
Norwalk, CT
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Trip Overview
This 36-mile drive from Woodbury, CT to Norwalk, CT takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. You'll primarily be on local roads like South Main Street and Main Street South, with a short stretch on US 6. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this is an economical option for a short getaway within Connecticut. The route is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for an engaging drive rather than a straightforward highway cruise. Given its brevity, this trip is best enjoyed in a single day, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| US 6 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street South | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Westport Road | 4.4 mi | 9m |
| Stepney Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Easton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Westport Easton Turnpike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Westport Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
South Main Street
— 6.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury, CT and Norwalk, CT.
1
Start on Judson Avenue
108 ft
·
7 sec
·
Judson Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 6
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street South
3
Take the ramp onto US 6
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
US 6
Toward I 84 West, US 6 West: Danbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 11
Toward CT 34: Derby, New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Wasserman Way
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Wasserman Way
6
Continue on Mile Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Mile Hill Road
7
Turn left onto CT 25
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
South Main Street
8
Turn right onto CT 59
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Easton Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on CT 59
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Stepney Road
10
Continue on CT 136
4.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Westport Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 136
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Westport Easton Turnpike
12
Continue on CT 136
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Easton Road
13
Continue on CT 136
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn right onto CT 57
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Canal Street
15
Continue on CT 57
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kings Highway North
16
Turn left onto CT 33
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Wilton Road
17
Turn right onto US 1
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Post Road West
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Westport Avenue
19
Turn left onto East Avenue
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Avenue
20
Continue on East Avenue
109 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Avenue
21
Continue on East Avenue
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
East Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Woodbury, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 6 / Main Street South
Turn right onto US 6 / Main Street South
Navigation decision point
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m 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
10.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward CT 34: Derby, New Haven
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 11
Toward CT 34: Derby, New Haven
6
18.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
CT 59 / Easton Road
Turn right onto CT 59 / Easton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
33 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 1 / Post Road West
Turn right onto US 1 / Post Road West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.80 one way
$11.59 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.89 | $13.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
Westport Easton Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Redding, CT
18 mi in
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
1 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 5m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for most of this journey. While only 19% of the route is on highways, the majority involves navigating local streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.2 miles on South Main Street. This means you'll be slowing down and turning frequently, so it’s a good idea to have your GPS or maps ready. The road conditions will likely vary as you transition between different town centers and local thoroughfares.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.2 mi on South Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6 / Main Street South.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 36 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 6 / Main Street South): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Woodbury, CT to Norwalk, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Haven along the way.
New Haven
10.1 mi in
|
~14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.2 miles on South Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.11 in tolls one way, starting with Westport Easton 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.
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: near the start (US 6 / Main Street South): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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