Origin
New Haven, CT
Evening in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Haven, CT to Stamford, CT
Drive Time
57m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Haven, CT
James Mirakian
Stamford, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from New Haven to Stamford, you are looking at a straightforward 40.1-mile drive through the Northeast. Under normal conditions, expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is so efficient, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can budget approximately $6 for fuel, making it a very economical route. Since both cities are located within Connecticut, you will stay comfortably within the same regional landscape for the entire duration of your travel.
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
20.1 miles from New Haven, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-95, which accounts for a 36.4-mile stretch of the route. After transitioning off the interstate, your path will take you onto Spring Street and Washington Avenue to reach your final destination. Because the highway portion dominates the experience, you should prepare for a consistent, steady pace throughout the drive. It is a functional, direct connection between these two coastal Connecticut hubs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 36.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Spring Street. 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 College Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 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 (College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Howard Avenue
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~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
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~5m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
39.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 36.4 mi | 49m |
| Spring Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Congress Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Howard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 36.4 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, CT and Stamford, 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
36 mi
·
49 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
13
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Atlantic Street
14
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, sub-one-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 40.1-mile distance without needing to plan for formal stops, allowing you to maximize your time in Stamford. Keep in mind that I-95 can be busy, so check traffic conditions before you head out to ensure you stay within that 57-minute estimate. With a modest fuel budget of $6, you do not need to worry about extensive refueling logistics. Focus on navigating the transition from the interstate onto local roads like Washington Avenue, as these final turns will be your main point of navigation after the long highway stretch.
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 20.1 miles from New Haven, CT, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.4 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 40.1 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.1 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT
This is one driving day of about 40.1 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Haven, 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 36.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from New Haven, CT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from New Haven, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stamford, CT
The final approach into Stamford, 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 Stamford, 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
$6.42 one way
$12.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.04 | $14.07 |
| premium | $4.83 | $7.62 | $15.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Stamford, CT
Evening in Stamford on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
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
57m 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 Stamford, CT covers 40.1 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Spring Street, Washington Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 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 $6.42 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 40.1 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 (College Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from New Haven, CT to Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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