Origin
Cos Cob, CT
Morning in Cos Cob on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cos Cob, CT to Bridgeport, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
26 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cos Cob, CT to Bridgeport, CT covers 26 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, East Putnam Avenue, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.19 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
13 miles from Cos Cob, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 26 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and East Putnam Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 23 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
107 ft
16 ft
Total Climb
177 ft
Total Descent
208 ft
Highest Point
107 ft
~11.1 mi in
Elevation Range
91 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Putnam Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Loughlin Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Loughlin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Strickland Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Loughlin Avenue
Turn right onto Loughlin Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Strickland Road
Turn left onto Strickland Road
Navigation decision point
7
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95: New York City, New Haven
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95: New York City, New Haven
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
25 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cos Cob, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Haven along the way.
New Haven
1.6 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 23 mi | 30m |
| East Putnam Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Frontage Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Maplewood Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Strickland Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Loughlin Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fairfield Avenue | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 23 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cos Cob, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on Maplewood Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Maplewood Drive
2
Turn right onto Loughlin Avenue
387 ft
·
21 sec
·
Loughlin Avenue
3
Turn left onto Strickland Road
480 ft
·
24 sec
·
Strickland Road
4
Turn right onto US 1
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Putnam Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 95: New York City, New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95
23 mi
·
30 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 27
Toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto South Frontage Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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South Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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Main Street
10
Turn left onto CT 130
4 ft
·
Fairfield Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
CT 130
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 13 miles from Cos Cob, CT, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23 miles.
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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cos Cob, 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 Cos Cob, CT
This is one driving day of about 26 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cos Cob, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 23 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13 mi from Cos Cob, CT · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13 miles from Cos Cob, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgeport, CT
The final approach into Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, 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
$4.19 one way
$8.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Bridgeport, CT
Morning in Bridgeport on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
2 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
37m 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 Cos Cob, CT to Bridgeport, CT covers 26 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, East Putnam Avenue, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13 miles from Cos Cob, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.19 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Loughlin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Strickland Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Cos Cob, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Haven along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 107 ft elevation with about 177 ft of total climbing.
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