Origin
Newington, CT
Evening in Newington on Sunday
Local time
8:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newington, CT to North Stamford, CT
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Newington to North Stamford, you are looking at a straightforward 68.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for a quick transit within the Northeast region. By utilizing a combination of the Berlin Turnpike, North Broad Street, and the Merritt Parkway, you gain a efficient path through Connecticut. It is a practical route for those who value reliability and simplicity over a multi-day adventure. Whether you are heading out for business or a personal visit, the duration and cost make this a manageable drive to fit into your schedule.
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
34.2 miles from Newington, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 68.5-mile trek. You will encounter a balanced blend of road types, with highway driving accounting for 50% of the trip. The longest uninterrupted section involves a 30.3-mile stretch on North Broad Street, which requires steady focus compared to the transition onto the Merritt Parkway. Because this is a mixed-profile route, the personality of the drive shifts as you move from local thoroughfares to the more structured environment of the parkway. You won't face a monotonous interstate grind here, but you should stay alert as the road characteristics evolve throughout the 1-hour and 30-minute duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Broad Street is the longest continuous segment at about 30.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 176 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 176 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 66.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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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CT 176 / Main Street
Depart onto CT 176 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Turn right onto US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
5
66.6 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Turn left onto CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
68.1 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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North Stamford Road
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broad Street | 30.3 mi | 37m |
| Merritt Parkway | 27 mi | 34m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Broad Street
— 30.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newington, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on CT 176
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 5; CT 15
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 5; CT 15
30 mi
·
37 min
·
North Broad Street
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on CT 15
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
8
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
9
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
10
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
Trip Plan
Because this drive is a relatively quick 1.5-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 68.5-mile distance without needing formal rest stops, though you should keep an eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you stay within your estimated $11 budget. Since the route relies on both the Berlin Turnpike and the Merritt Parkway, try to avoid peak rush hours to keep your travel time consistent. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to anticipate the transition between the local segments on North Broad Street and the parkway, as traffic flow can change significantly once you merge. Planning your departure to avoid the heaviest local congestion will make your transit much smoother.
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 34.2 miles from Newington, CT, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.3 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 68.5 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.2 miles or 44m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newington, 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 Newington, CT
This is one driving day of about 68.5 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newington, 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 North Broad Street for about 30.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Newington, CT · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Newington, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Stamford, CT
The final approach into North 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 North 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
$10.97 one way
$21.93 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.48
Berlin Turnpike
(6.9 mi)
$0.48
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
North Stamford, CT
Evening in North Stamford on Sunday
Local time
8:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
27 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m 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 Newington, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Broad Street, Merritt Parkway, Berlin Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.2 miles from Newington, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.97 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 straightforward 1h 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 176 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 66.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newington, CT to North Stamford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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