Origin
Madison, CT
Late night in Madison on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Madison, CT to North Stamford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
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.
Madison, CT
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North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
This straightforward 60.1-mile drive from Madison, CT to North Stamford, CT can be completed in about 1 hour and 22 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of it utilizing major roads like the Merritt Parkway and I-95. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, this journey offers an economical way to travel within Connecticut. You'll experience a consistent highway-style drive for the majority of the trip, with no overnight stops recommended. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 60.1 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 (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 60.1-mile route, with 90% of your travel time spent on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27 miles on the Merritt Parkway, offering a sustained period of highway driving. While the bulk of the journey sticks to major arteries like I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, the latter part of the drive incorporates High Ridge Road, introducing a slight shift in road character. Overall, it’s a route designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely cruising.
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.
Merritt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 27 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Merritt Parkway and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CT 79 / Durham Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (CT 79 / Durham Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 79 / Durham Road
Turn right onto CT 79 / Durham Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28.1 mi into trip
|
~38m 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
30 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Parkway | 27 mi | 34m |
| I 95 | 26.9 mi | 35m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Durham Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Boston Post Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Merritt Parkway
— 27 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on this road
136 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
122 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn right onto US 1
168 ft
·
8 sec
·
Boston Post Road
4
Turn right onto CT 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Durham Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 95 South
6
Merge onto I 95
27 mi
·
35 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 38
Toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward Wheelers Farms Road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto CT 15
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
10
Continue on CT 15
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
14
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
15
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
16
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Madison, CT · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 miles from Madison, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.68 one way
$19.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.65 | $21.29 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 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 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
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
North Stamford, CT
Late night in North Stamford on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 Madison, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 60.1 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 Merritt Parkway, I 95, High Ridge 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 miles from Madison, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.68 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 60.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (CT 79 / Durham Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Madison, CT to North Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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