Origin
Bridgeport, CT
Morning in Bridgeport on Thursday
Local time
11:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
52.1 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeport, CT
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East Hampton, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 8, CT 8 North, CT 15 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.39 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 52.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 52.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 8 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | — | — |
| CT 8 North | — | — |
| CT 15 North | — | — |
| Merritt Parkway | — | — |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Industrial Area | — | — |
| Newfield Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport, CT and East Hampton, CT.
1
Start on Fairfield Avenue
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Fairfield Avenue
2
Take the ramp right toward CT 8, CT 25 North: Trumbull, Waterbury
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
CT 8, CT 25 North: Trumbull, Waterbury
3
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
2 min
4
Keep slight right to continue on CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
5
Take the exit slight right toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
6
Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Merritt Parkway
7
Continue on Wilbur Cross Parkway
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Keep slight right to continue on Industrial Area, Wesleyan
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
Industrial Area, Wesleyan
10
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
11
Take the ramp straight
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
12
Merge slight left
5.0 mi
·
7 min
13
Turn left onto Newfield Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Newfield Street
14
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Liberty Street
15
Continue on Prospect Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Prospect Street
16
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Street
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
18
Take the exit slight right
358 ft
·
9 sec
19
Merge slight left onto Marlborough Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Marlborough Street
20
Continue on Portland-Cobalt Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Portland-Cobalt Road
21
Continue on West High Street
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West High Street
22
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Bridgeport, CT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Bridgeport, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Hampton, CT
The final approach into East Hampton, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.39 one way
$16.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.98 | $19.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
East Hampton, CT
Morning in East Hampton on Thursday
Local time
11:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Middletown, CT
26 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 8, CT 8 North, CT 15 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Bridgeport, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT is easy. At 1h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bridgeport, CT to East Hampton, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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