Origin
Mansfield City, CT
Evening in Mansfield City on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield City, CT to Fairfield, CT
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
83.5 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield City, CT
David Kanigan
Fairfield, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
Connecting Mansfield City to Fairfield, this 83.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Connecticut that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. You will primarily navigate via I-384, I-91, and CT 15, making this a highly efficient transit rather than a slow-paced excursion. Given the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day drive, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Budgeting around $13 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. It is a practical route for those looking to move between these two Northeast locations quickly and reliably.
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
41.7 miles from Mansfield City, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 90% of your travel occurs on major thoroughfares. The road maintains a consistent pace, though you will encounter a significant 31.7-mile stretch exclusively on CT 15. Because the majority of your time is spent on interstates and state highways, the drive feels utilitarian and fast-moving. You won't find many technical local roads here, as the infrastructure is designed to prioritize speed and connectivity over scenic meandering. Be prepared for a steady, focused drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.2 miles in near CT 15.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 83.5 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 23.2 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
23.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
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CT 15
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15 toward CT 15 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
8
25.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City
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 86
Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City
7
42.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
8
72.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
8
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
Towns Along This Route
Between Mansfield City, CT and Fairfield, CT, road signs point toward New York City and Waterbury.
New York City
25.1 mi in
|
~39m
Waterbury
72.4 mi in
|
~1h 38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 31.7 mi | 39m |
| I 91 | 16.5 mi | 19m |
| I 384 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Boston Turnpike | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| CT 8 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| I 95 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Stafford Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Mansfield City Road | 2.3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 31.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield City, CT and Fairfield, CT.
1
Start on Mansfield City Road
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Mansfield City Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto CT 32
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Stafford Road
3
Turn sharp left onto US 44
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Middle Turnpike
4
Continue on US 44
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Boston Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp onto US 44
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 44
6
Continue on I 384
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 384
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
CT 15
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 86
Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 91
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto CT 15
30 mi
·
37 min
·
CT 15
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto CT 8
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 8
Use the none lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 95
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 21
Toward Mill Plain Road
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Mill Plain Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto US 1
186 ft
·
3 sec
·
Post Road
23
Arrive at destination
US 1
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While no formal stops are required for an 83.5-mile drive, keep in mind that the heavy reliance on highways means traffic patterns could impact your 1-hour and 54-minute estimate. Check local traffic reports before you head out, especially if you plan to travel during peak commuting hours. Since the trip is short, you can easily complete it in one go without scheduling mandatory rest breaks. A helpful tip for this route is to monitor your fuel levels before merging onto the longer stretches of CT 15, as options for refueling become less frequent once you are deep into that 31.7-mile segment.
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 41.7 miles from Mansfield City, CT, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 1h 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfield, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mansfield City, 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 Mansfield City, CT
This is one driving day of about 83.5 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mansfield City, 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 CT 15 for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.7 mi from Mansfield City, CT · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.7 miles from Mansfield City, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairfield, CT
The final approach into Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, 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
$13.37 one way
$26.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.87 | $31.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.55 | $37.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.52
Boston Turnpike
(6.9 mi)
$0.48
Middle Turnpike
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Fairfield, CT
Evening in Fairfield on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
42 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
4 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 54m 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 Mansfield City, CT to Fairfield, CT covers 83.5 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 15, I 91, I 384. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.7 miles from Mansfield City, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.37 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 18 significant decision points across 83.5 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 23.2 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Mansfield City, CT and Fairfield, CT, road signs point toward New York City and Waterbury.
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