Danbury Rest Area Eastbound – I-84
On I-84 eastbound near Danbury in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Danbury Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 40 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Southington Rest Area, about 26 miles further along I-84.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading east on I-84 near Danbury, Connecticut, can take a break at the Danbury Rest Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Connecticut Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the eastbound lanes of I-84, near Danbury in Fairfield County. The recorded position is around mile marker 2.
If you would rather drive on, Southington Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 26 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 40 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 41.390210, -73.519772. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-84 Eastbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 84 near Danbury.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 40 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms and drinking water?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I walk my dog here?
A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.
Where is the next rest stop?
Southington Rest Area, about 26 miles further along I-84 by the official mile markers.