The drive from Farmington, CT to Stamford, CT covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 31m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Wilbur Cross Parkway, Whitney Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.6 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.19 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.
Midpoint
34.8 miles from Farmington, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Farmington, CT to Stamford, CT covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 31m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 20.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
244 ft14 ft
Total Climb
200 ft
Total Descent
430 ft
Highest Point
244 ft
Elevation Range
230 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.8 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
41.8 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
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 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
6
42 mi into trip|~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
7
42.4 mi into trip|~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
7
47.7 mi into trip|~1h in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: New York City
7
68.7 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
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 Farmington, CT to Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
41.8 mi in|~52m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
20.6 mi
28m
Wilbur Cross Parkway
13.8 mi
17m
Whitney Avenue
5.4 mi
7m
Main Street
5.2 mi
6m
CT 8
4.5 mi
5m
Highland Avenue
4.4 mi
5m
Merritt Parkway
3 mi
3m
Queen Street
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 20.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on CT 10
2.1 mi·2 min·Main Street
2
Continue on CT 10
1.4 mi·1 min·Farmington Avenue
3
Continue on CT 10
1.7 mi·2 min·East Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi·3 min·Queen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi·3 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CT 10
1.2 mi·1 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 10
0.4 mi·27 sec·Norton Street
8
Turn straight onto CT 10
0.2 mi·15 sec·Cheshire Road
9
Continue on CT 10
4.4 mi·5 min·Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on CT 10; CT 68; CT 70
3.1 mi·3 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 10
5.4 mi·7 min·Whitney Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
13
Merge onto CT 15
14 mi·17 min·Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on CT 15
3.0 mi·3 min·Merritt Parkway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 34Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, WaterburyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward CT 8 South: BridgeportUse the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto CT 8
4.5 mi·5 min·CT 8
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York CityUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 95
21 mi·28 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 7Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic StreetUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi·47 sec·North State Street
23
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Atlantic Street
24
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
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 34.8 miles from Farmington, CT, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Farmington, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Farmington, CT
This is one driving day of about 69.5 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Farmington, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Farmington, CT
· 44m into the drive
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Farmington, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stamford, CT
The final approach into Stamford, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Weir Farm National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 59.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.19 one way
$22.38 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.31
$24.62
premium
$4.86
$13.31
$26.62
diesel
$5.61
$15.34
$30.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.8
0
$7.30
$3.34
Efficient EV
17.4
0
$6.08
$2.78
EV Truck/SUV
27.8
0
$9.73
$4.45
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Mar 2, 2022
Origin
Farmington, CT
Afternoon
in Farmington on Friday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Stamford, CT
Afternoon
in Stamford on Friday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m 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 Farmington, CT to Stamford, CT covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Wilbur Cross Parkway, Whitney Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Farmington, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.19 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 69.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Farmington, CT to Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 14 ft to 244 ft elevation with about 200 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
