Origin
Canton, CT
Afternoon in Canton on Monday
Local time
1:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
81.8 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, CT
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North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 177 South, Lovely Street, Farmington Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
40.9 miles from Canton, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 32m drive with frequent turns across 81.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 177 South 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 177 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lovely Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Farmington Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Queen Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
CT 177 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Albany Turnpike
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Albany Turnpike
2
Take the exit right toward CT 177 South: Unionville
289 ft
·
9 sec
·
CT 177 South: Unionville
3
Turn right onto Lovely Street
4.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Lovely Street
4
Turn left onto Farmington Avenue
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Farmington Avenue
5
Turn right onto Main Street
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on Farmington Avenue
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
7
Continue on East Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
8
Continue on Queen Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Queen Street
9
Continue on North Main Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
11
Continue on Norton Street
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Norton Street
12
Turn straight onto Cheshire Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Cheshire Road
13
Continue on Highland Avenue
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Highland Avenue
14
Continue on Main Street
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on Whitney Avenue
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Whitney Avenue
16
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
17
Merge slight left onto Wilbur Cross Parkway
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
18
Continue on Merritt Parkway
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Merritt Parkway
19
Take the exit slight right toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 137: High Ridge Road
20
Turn left onto High Ridge Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
High Ridge Road
21
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
22
Continue on North Stamford Road
476 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
23
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.9 miles from Canton, CT, or about 46m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Canton, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Canton, CT
This is one driving day of about 81.8 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Canton, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Canton, CT · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Canton, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Stamford, CT
The final approach into North Stamford, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Stamford, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.09 one way
$26.19 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.35 | $28.71 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.55 | $31.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.17 | $36.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.59 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
North Stamford, CT
Afternoon in North Stamford on Monday
Local time
1:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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 32m 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 Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 177 South, Lovely Street, Farmington Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from Canton, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.09 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 Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Canton, CT to North Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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