East Haven, CT Road Trips

East Haven, CT serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 2 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 43 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from East Haven, CT spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.

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Trip Routes

14

Longest Drive

60.2 mi

Hungary, CT

Quickest Drive

12m

West Haven, CT

Plan Around East Haven, CT

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if East Haven, CT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Hungary, CT to East Haven, CT 60.2 mi · 1h 21m Greenwich, CT to East Haven, CT 49.1 mi · 1h 9m West Torrington, CT to East Haven, CT 48.4 mi · 1h 7m Manchester, CT to East Haven, CT 46.8 mi · 1h 1m

Continue From East Haven, CT

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

East Haven, CT to North Stamford, CT 45.4 mi · 50m East Haven, CT to West Hartford, CT 40.9 mi · 55m

Trips from East Haven, CT

East Haven, CT to North Stamford, CT

45.4 mi 50m

East Haven, CT to West Hartford, CT

40.9 mi 55m

Driving from East Haven, CT

The typical drive from East Haven, CT covers about 43 miles and takes around 53m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 45 miles (55m), while the shortest is just 41 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving East Haven, CT most often head toward North Stamford, CT (45.4 mi, 50m) and West Hartford, CT (40.9 mi, 55m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in CT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 43-mile trip from East Haven, CT, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 mapped routes leaving East Haven, CT and 12 routes heading into East Haven, CT, covering 14 total connections. Distances range from 41 to 45 miles.

The longest mapped route from East Haven, CT covers 45 miles and takes approximately 55m. Shorter options start at just 41 miles.

The average route from East Haven, CT runs about 43 miles with a drive time of roughly 53m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 43-mile trip from East Haven, CT costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from East Haven, CT include North Stamford, CT and West Hartford, CT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.