Origin
Milford, CT
Evening in Milford on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, CT to East Haven, CT
Drive Time
21m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
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6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, CT
MART PRODUCTION
East Haven, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Milford and East Haven, this 13.1-mile trip is an efficient way to get across the region. Clocking in at approximately 21 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via I-95, transitioning onto Frontage Road and Forbes Avenue to reach your destination. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a very budget-friendly commute within Connecticut. Whether you are running errands or heading to a meeting, this straightforward connection through the Northeast keeps things simple and predictable.
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
6.6 miles from Milford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with local navigation. Approximately 58 percent of your journey takes place on the highway, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 7.2 miles on I-95, which serves as the primary backbone of the drive. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto Frontage Road and Forbes Avenue. This combination ensures you spend most of your time moving quickly before navigating the final local segments.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 7.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 CT 162 / New Haven Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.1 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 (CT 162 / New Haven Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Daniel Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CT 162 / New Haven Avenue
Turn right onto CT 162 / New Haven Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Daniel Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Daniel Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
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 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
6
9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Long Wharf Drive
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Frontage Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Long Wharf Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Cherry Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Saltonstall Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Hemingway Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| River Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 7.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, CT and East Haven, CT.
1
Start on Factory Lane
53 ft
·
7 sec
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Factory Lane
2
Turn right onto CT 162
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
New Haven Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Daniel Street
475 ft
·
10 sec
·
Daniel Street
4
Turn right onto River Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
River Street
5
Turn right onto Cherry Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 1
476 ft
·
10 sec
·
Boston Post Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
Merge onto I 95
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Wharf Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Street
12
Turn right onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Water Street
13
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
14
Turn right onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Frontage Road
15
Continue on US 1
446 ft
·
9 sec
·
Frontage Road
16
Continue on US 1
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Saltonstall Parkway
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto CT 142
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hemingway Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Hemingway Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 13.1 miles long, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure timing. You won't need to worry about planning for multiple stops, as the duration is short enough to complete in one go without a break. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns when merging onto I-95, as this segment carries the bulk of your travel time. Since the trip is so brief, you can easily incorporate it into a larger daily itinerary without feeling fatigued. For the smoothest experience, check live traffic reports before you leave to ensure the 21-minute estimate remains accurate for your specific departure time.
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 6.6 miles from Milford, CT, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 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 13.1 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Haven, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milford, 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 Milford, CT
This is one driving day of about 13.1 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Milford, 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 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from Milford, CT · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from Milford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Haven, CT
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$2.10 one way
$4.19 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
| premium | $4.83 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
East Haven, CT
Evening in East Haven on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
14 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
21m 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 Milford, CT to East Haven, CT covers 13.1 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Forbes Avenue, Frontage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Milford, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.10 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 13.1 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 (CT 162 / New Haven Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Daniel Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Milford, CT to East Haven, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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