Origin
Gales Ferry, CT
Afternoon in Gales Ferry on Friday
Local time
4:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gales Ferry, CT to North Stamford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
94.4 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gales Ferry, CT
MART PRODUCTION
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Gales Ferry, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 94.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Merritt Parkway, Route 12 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.2 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.20 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
47.2 miles from Gales Ferry, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 94.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 6m highway drive covering 94.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Merritt Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.2 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 17 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 57.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Merritt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 94.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 95; US 1
Merge onto I 95; US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 38
Toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
8
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Wheelers Farms Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward Wheelers Farms Road
7
92.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 57.2 mi | 1h 12m |
| Merritt Parkway | 27 mi | 34m |
| Route 12 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| US 1 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 57.2 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gales Ferry, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on this road
210 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
25 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn left
284 ft
·
24 sec
4
Turn left onto CT 12
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 12
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge onto US 1; CT 184
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 1; CT 184
7
Merge onto I 95; US 1
57 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 95; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 38
Toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward Wheelers Farms Road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto CT 15
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
11
Continue on CT 15
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
15
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
16
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
17
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
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 47.2 miles from Gales Ferry, CT, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.2 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.2 miles or 1h 3m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Gales Ferry, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Gales Ferry, CT
This is one driving day of about 94.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Gales Ferry, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 57.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.2 mi from Gales Ferry, CT · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.2 miles from Gales Ferry, 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
$15.20 one way
$30.39 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.72 | $33.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $18.08 | $36.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
| Efficient EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
North Stamford, CT
Afternoon in North Stamford on Friday
Local time
4:33 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
3 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
2h 6m 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 Gales Ferry, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 94.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Merritt Parkway, Route 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.2 miles from Gales Ferry, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.20 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 94.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gales Ferry, CT to North Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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