How far is Salem, CT from Danbury, CT?
Fastest route
The distance from Salem, Connecticut 06420 to Danbury, Connecticut is approximately 76.8 miles (123.6 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 41 minutes. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Start by getting on CT-11 N.
- Head north on CT-85 N toward Round Hill Rd.
- Turn left onto Witch Meadow Rd.
- Merge onto CT-11 N toward Hartford.
- Continue on CT-11 N to Colchester and take exit 18 from CT-2 W.
- Take exit 18 for CT-16 toward Colchester/Middletown.
- Continue on CT-16 W. Take CT-66 W to I-691 W in Meriden.
- Turn left onto CT-16 W/Middletown Rd and continue to follow CT-16 W.
- Use any lane to turn left onto Main St.
- Pass by Dunkin' (on the right) and turn right onto CT-66 W/Washington St.
- Continue to follow CT-66 W and pass by Wells Fargo Bank (on the left).
- Take I-84 to CT-39 S/N Main St in Danbury and take exit 5 from I-84.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 1 for I-84 W toward Waterbury/Danbury.
- Take exit 5 for CT-39 toward CT-53/Downtown Danbury/Bethel.
- Follow N Main St to Danbury Ct.
- Turn right onto CT-39 S/N Main St and continue to follow N Main St.
- Turn right onto Library Pl.
- Turn left onto Danbury Ct.
Tips & Suggestions
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- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚧 Stay updated on traffic conditions and consider alternative routes if needed.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the drive.
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- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations, and drive safely throughout your journey.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Danbury is 61.4 miles (98.82 km).
Flight distance from Salem, CT to Danbury, CT is 61.4 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Salem to Danbury with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, Connecticut to Danbury, Connecticut is: 87.7 miles (141.14 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Danbury will take approximately 01 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Salem
Town in New London County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 4083 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°29'25"N 72°16'31"W |
| Latitude | 41.4903800 |
| Longitude | -72.2753600 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Danbury
The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is located on the banks of the Danbury River in southwestern Connecticut. Danbury is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Danbury Museum and Historical Society and the Danbury Rail Trail.
| Population | 84317 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°23'41"N 73°27'14"W |
| Latitude | 41.3948200 |
| Longitude | -73.4540100 |
| Altitude | 121 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Danbury: Library Place (-73.45414,41.394951)
Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and Danbury
The distance between Salem and Danbury is 141 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 34 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 Salem and Danbury. The current time is 02:51:32.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.71 liters (3.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Danbury.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Danbury is $11.18 (diesel $14.16).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $11.18 | $12.96 | $14.2 | $14.16 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and Danbury (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
