Origin
Kent, CT
Late night in Kent on Wednesday
Local time
2:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, CT to New Haven, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kent, CT
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New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
This 49.9-mile drive from Kent to New Haven, Connecticut, is a straightforward 1 hour and 28 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate local roads like Kent Road and Oxford Road without any highway time, suggesting a more relaxed pace. With a fuel cost estimated at just $8, this is an economical option for exploring parts of the Northeast region. The route is noted as 'turn-heavy,' so be prepared for frequent navigation adjustments. Considering its short distance and duration, this trip is best enjoyed without an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
25 miles from Kent, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entire 49.9 miles, as this route has a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles along Kent Road. This suggests a journey characterized by varied speeds and frequent changes in direction, rather than a high-speed cruise. The local road nature means you'll likely experience the feel of passing through various Connecticut communities. This type of drive often offers a more intimate look at the landscape and local life.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kent Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 341 / Bridge Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 19.5 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CT 341 / Bridge Street
Turn sharp left onto CT 341 / Bridge Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
19.5 mi into trip
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~33m in
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Wellers Bridge Road
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
27.6 mi into trip
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~49m in
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US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North
Turn sharp right onto US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
43.2 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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CT 63 / Amity Road
Turn right onto CT 63 / Amity Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
49.8 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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College Street
Turn right onto College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Road | 12.9 mi | 21m |
| Oxford Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Southbury Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Amity Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Southford Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| New Milford Road West | 3 mi | 5m |
| Whalley Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Roxbury Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Kent Road
— 12.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on this road
73 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn sharp left onto CT 341
81 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bridge Street
3
Turn right onto US 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on US 7
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Kent Road
5
Turn left onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
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Bridge Street
6
Continue on CT 67
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Hill Road
7
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridgewater Road
8
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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New Milford Road West
9
Continue on CT 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Baker Road
10
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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Wellers Bridge Road
11
Continue on Church Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Church Street
12
Turn right onto CT 67
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Southbury Road
13
Continue on CT 67
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Roxbury Road
14
Turn sharp right onto US 6; CT 67
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street North
15
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street North
16
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Southford Road
17
Continue on CT 67
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Oxford Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bank Street
19
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Derby Street
20
Continue on CT 67
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
New Haven Road
21
Continue on CT 67
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Seymour Road
22
Turn right onto CT 63
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Amity Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on CT 63
2.9 mi
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4 min
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Whalley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on Broadway
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
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33 sec
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Elm Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn right onto College Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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College Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
College Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 28-minute duration, leaving Kent in the morning allows ample time to reach New Haven and enjoy your destination. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $8, you have the flexibility to pause as needed. Pay close attention to your navigation, especially on the 'turn-heavy' sections, to avoid missing any crucial turns. The longest stretch without a turn is just over 12 miles, so keep an eye on your surroundings and be ready to adjust your course frequently. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure.
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 25 miles from Kent, CT, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.9 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 49.9 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kent, 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 Kent, CT
This is one driving day of about 49.9 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kent, 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 Kent Road for about 12.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Kent, CT · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25 miles from Kent, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Haven, 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
$8.03 one way
$16.07 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.84 | $17.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.56 | $19.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 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 | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
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
Late night in New Haven on Wednesday
Local time
2:56 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
6 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 28m 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 Kent, CT to New Haven, CT covers 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kent Road, Oxford Road, Southbury Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25 miles from Kent, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.03 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 49.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 19.5 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from Kent, CT to New Haven, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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