Origin
Ledyard, CT
Night in Ledyard on Thursday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ledyard, CT to Hamden, CT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
61.1 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ledyard, CT
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Hamden, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ledyard, CT to Hamden, CT covers 61.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Whitney Avenue, Center Groton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 61.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 61.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Whitney Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.7 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 16 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 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Whitney Avenue. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Colonel Ledyard Highway.
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 61.1 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: near the start (Colonel Ledyard Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Colonel Ledyard Highway
Turn right onto Colonel Ledyard Highway
Navigation decision point
5
7 mi into trip
|
~12m 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.
8
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
5
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
State Street
At end of road, turn left onto State Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Whitney Avenue
Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Ledyard, CT to Hamden, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Lighthouse Point along the way.
Lighthouse Point
51.7 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 44.7 mi | 54m |
| Whitney Avenue | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Center Groton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Gold Star Highway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Edwards Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 44.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ledyard, CT and Hamden, CT.
1
Start on Ray Holdridge Circle
64 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ray Holdridge Circle
2
Turn right onto Colonel Ledyard Highway
297 ft
·
15 sec
·
Colonel Ledyard Highway
3
Turn left onto CT 117
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Center Groton Road
4
Continue on CT 117
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Road
5
Turn right onto CT 184
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Gold Star Highway
6
Turn straight onto CT 184
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
CT 184
7
Merge onto I 95; US 1
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 95; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 51
Toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Frontage Road
10
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Water Street
12
Turn right onto East Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto State Street
221 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Street
14
Turn right onto Edwards Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Edwards Street
15
Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Whitney Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
CT 10
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.5 mi from Ledyard, CT · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Ledyard, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hamden, CT
The final approach into Hamden, 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
$9.84 one way
$19.67 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.42 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Hamden, CT
Night in Hamden on Thursday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Westbrook, CT
31 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
12 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 22m 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 Ledyard, CT to Hamden, CT covers 61.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Whitney Avenue, Center Groton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.5 miles from Ledyard, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.84 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 61.1 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: near the start (Colonel Ledyard Highway): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Ledyard, CT to Hamden, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Lighthouse Point along the way.
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