Origin
Glenville, CT
Afternoon in Glenville on Friday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glenville, CT to New Haven, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glenville, CT
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New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Glenville, CT to New Haven, CT covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Glenville Road, Spring Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.9 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 48.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 48.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Glenville Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.9 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 41.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Glenville Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Campbell Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward Campbell Avenue
5
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Campbell Avenue
Turn left onto Campbell Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
48.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
College Street
Turn right onto College Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 41.9 mi | 56m |
| Glenville Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Spring Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Brookside Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Church Street South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Columbus Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Arch Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 41.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenville, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on Weaver Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Weaver Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Glenville Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Glenville Road
3
Turn slight right onto Brookside Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookside Drive
4
Turn right onto Field Point Road
368 ft
·
7 sec
·
Field Point Road
5
Turn slight left onto Sound View Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Sound View Drive
6
Continue on Arch Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Arch Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
Merge onto I 95
42 mi
·
56 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 43
Toward Campbell Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Campbell Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Campbell Avenue
11
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
12
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Columbus Avenue
14
Turn left onto Church Street South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street South
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Chapel Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Chapel Street
16
Turn right onto College Street
343 ft
·
5 sec
·
College Street
17
Arrive at destination
College Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Glenville, CT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 24.1 miles from Glenville, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Haven, CT
The final approach into New Haven, 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
$7.74 one way
$15.49 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
New Haven, CT
Afternoon in New Haven on Friday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Fairfield, CT
24 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
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
1h 9m 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 Glenville, CT to New Haven, CT covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Glenville Road, Spring 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 24.1 miles from Glenville, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.74 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 48.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Glenville, CT to New Haven, 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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