How far is Essex, CT from Bridgeport, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Essex and Bridgeport is 43.2 miles (69.52 km).
Flight distance from Essex, CT to Bridgeport, CT is 43.2 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Essex, Connecticut to Bridgeport, Connecticut is: 50.42 miles (81.15 km) by car.
Driving from Essex to Bridgeport will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Essex
Town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 6634 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°21'12"N 72°23'26"W |
| Latitude | 41.3534300 |
| Longitude | -72.3906400 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bridgeport
The second most populous city in Connecticut. It is located on Long Island Sound in southwestern Connecticut. Bridgeport is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Bridgeport Arts Center and the Barnum Museum.
| Population | 143525 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°10'45"N 73°11'22"W |
| Latitude | 41.1792300 |
| Longitude | -73.1894500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bridgeport: Fairfield Avenue (-73.189437,41.179239)
Estimated Travel Time Between Essex and Bridgeport
The distance between Essex and Bridgeport is 81 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 54 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Essex and Bridgeport. The current time is 13:25:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.74 liters (1.78 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Essex and Bridgeport.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Essex to Bridgeport is $6.42 (diesel $8.14).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $6.42 | $7.45 | $8.17 | $8.14 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Connecticut ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.611 (Diesel $4.575) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Essex and Bridgeport (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
