Origin
New Haven, CT
Afternoon in New Haven on Saturday
Local time
12:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Haven, CT to South Windham, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Haven, CT to South Windham, CT covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 395, Route 32 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.1 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 66.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.1 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 19 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 38.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near State Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.6 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: at 0.4 miles (State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Water Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (I 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Water Street
Turn left onto Water Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
41.7 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 395
Take the exit onto I 395 toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 76
Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
6
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13B
Toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Hartford
6
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
CT 32
Take the exit onto CT 32 toward CT 32 North: Franklin, Willimantic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35A
Toward CT 32 North: Franklin, Willimantic
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Haven, CT and South Windham, CT, road signs point toward Plainfield and Willimantic.
Plainfield
41.7 mi in
|
~50m
|
via I 395
Willimantic
57.2 mi in
|
~1h 8m
|
via CT 32
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 38.1 mi | 44m |
| I 395 | 13.9 mi | 15m |
| Route 32 | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Windham Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| CT 2 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Water Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 38.1 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, CT and South Windham, CT.
1
Start on College Street
343 ft
·
13 sec
·
College Street
2
Turn left onto Chapel Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Chapel Street
3
Turn right onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Water Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
Frontage Road
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North
8
Merge onto I 95
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 395
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 395
Exit 76
Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 13B
Toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Hartford
11
Merge onto CT 2; CT 32
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 2; CT 32
12
Take the exit onto CT 32
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
CT 32
Exit 35A
Toward CT 32 North: Franklin, Willimantic
13
Turn right onto CT 32
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Franklin Turnpike
14
Continue on CT 32
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 32
15
Continue on CT 32
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Windham Road
16
Turn left onto Main Street
311 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right
50 ft
·
5 sec
18
Turn left
94 ft
·
6 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from New Haven, CT · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from New Haven, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Windham, CT
The final approach into South Windham, 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
$10.72 one way
$21.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.80 | $23.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.75 | $25.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
South Windham, CT
Afternoon in South Windham on Saturday
Local time
12:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Norwich, CT
33 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
13 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 24m 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 South Windham, CT covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 395, Route 32. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 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 $10.72 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 66.6 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: at 0.4 miles (State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Water Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (I 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New Haven, CT and South Windham, CT, road signs point toward Plainfield and Willimantic.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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