Origin
Ledyard, CT
Morning in Ledyard on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ledyard, CT to North Stamford, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
96.2 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
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6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ledyard, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 8m 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, Center Groton Road 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 $15.49 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Ledyard, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 8m highway drive covering 96.2 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 around 7 miles in near I 95; US 1.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 96.2 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: at 7 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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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
64.2 mi into trip
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~1h 24m 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
66.1 mi into trip
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~1h 27m 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
93.9 mi into trip
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~2h 3m 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
5
94.3 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Turn left onto CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 57.2 mi | 1h 12m |
| Merritt Parkway | 27 mi | 34m |
| Center Groton Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Gold Star Highway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| CT 184 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 57.2 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ledyard, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Ray Holdridge Circle
64 ft
·
4 sec
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Ray Holdridge Circle
2
Turn right onto Colonel Ledyard Highway
297 ft
·
15 sec
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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
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
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North Stamford Road
16
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
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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 48.1 miles from Ledyard, CT, or about 1h 4m 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 1h 4m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ledyard, 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 Ledyard, CT
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ledyard, 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 I 95 for about 57.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.1 mi from Ledyard, CT · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Ledyard, 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
$15.49 one way
$30.97 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $17.04 | $34.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $18.42 | $36.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
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: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Morning in North Stamford on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brookhaven, NY
48 mi in
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
5 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 8m 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 North Stamford, CT covers 96.2 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Merritt Parkway, 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 48.1 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 $15.49 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 11 significant decision points across 96.2 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: at 7 miles (I 95; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ledyard, CT to North Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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