Origin
New Haven, CT
Morning in New Haven on Friday
Local time
9:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Haven, CT to Cos Cob, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
43.6 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
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 New Haven, CT to Cos Cob, CT covers 43.6 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, East Putnam Avenue, Spring Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.9 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 43.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 43.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and East Putnam Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.9 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 16 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 38.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Putnam Avenue. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near College Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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College Street
Depart onto College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: New York City
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South: New York City
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
41.8 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
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 5
Toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
5
43.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
Maplewood Drive
Turn left onto Maplewood Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 38.9 mi | 53m |
| East Putnam Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Spring Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Congress Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Maplewood Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Howard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 38.9 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, CT and Cos Cob, CT.
1
Start on College Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
College Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn slight right onto Congress Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Congress Avenue
3
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Howard Avenue
4
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Washington Avenue
5
Turn right onto US 1
482 ft
·
15 sec
·
Columbus Avenue
6
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
7
Continue on Spring Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto Campbell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Campbell Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
10
Merge onto I 95
39 mi
·
53 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 5
Toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight left onto US 1
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Putnam Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Strickland Road
480 ft
·
22 sec
·
Strickland Road
14
Turn right onto Loughlin Avenue
387 ft
·
22 sec
·
Loughlin Avenue
15
Turn left onto Maplewood Drive
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Maplewood Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Maplewood Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.8 mi from New Haven, CT · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from New Haven, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cos Cob, CT
The final approach into Cos Cob, 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
$7.02 one way
$14.04 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.72 | $15.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.35 | $16.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Cos Cob, CT
Morning in Cos Cob on Friday
Local time
9:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Fairfield, CT
22 mi in
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
2 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 3m 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 New Haven, CT to Cos Cob, CT covers 43.6 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, East Putnam Avenue, Spring 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 21.8 miles from New Haven, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.02 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 43.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New Haven, CT to Cos Cob, 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 and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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