Origin
Milford, CT
Morning in Milford on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, CT to Windsor Locks, CT
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Milford, CT to Windsor Locks, CT covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Wilbur Cross Parkway, North Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.1 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.46 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
29.6 miles from Milford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 59.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.1 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 162 / New Haven Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 59.1 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: near the start (CT 162 / New Haven Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
At end of road, turn right onto CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
28.1 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
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 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middle...
6
46.1 mi into trip
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~59m in
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I 91
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
57.5 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward Windsor Locks
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 42
Toward Windsor Locks
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Milford, CT to Windsor Locks, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Middletown along the way.
Middletown
28.1 mi in
|
~37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 29.1 mi | 35m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 23.2 mi | 28m |
| North Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Grassy Hill Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lawnacre Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Daniel Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 29.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, CT and Windsor Locks, CT.
1
Start on Factory Lane
53 ft
·
7 sec
·
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
·
29 sec
·
River Street
5
Turn left onto West Main Street
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Main Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Plymouth Place
387 ft
·
7 sec
·
Plymouth Place
7
Turn slight right onto North Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto North Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
9
Continue on CT 121
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Grassy Hill Road
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
11
At end of road, turn right onto CT 15
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 91
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 42
Toward Windsor Locks
Use the slight right lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto Lawnacre Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lawnacre Road
17
Continue on CT 159
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto CT 140
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bridge Street
19
Arrive at destination
CT 140
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 29.6 miles from Milford, CT, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.1 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 59.1 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 39m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Windsor Locks, 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 59.1 miles and 1h 17m.
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 91 for about 29.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Milford, CT · 39m 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 59.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Milford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Windsor Locks, CT
The final approach into Windsor Locks, 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 Windsor Locks, 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
$9.46 one way
$18.92 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.83 | $11.23 | $22.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.13 | $26.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
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
Windsor Locks, CT
Morning in Windsor Locks on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
1 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 17m 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 Windsor Locks, CT covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Wilbur Cross Parkway, North Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 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 $9.46 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 14 significant decision points across 59.1 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: near the start (CT 162 / New Haven Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Milford, CT to Windsor Locks, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Middletown along the way.
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