Origin
North Stamford, CT
Morning in North Stamford on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Berlin, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
The drive from North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT covers 62.7 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wilbur Cross Parkway, Merritt Parkway, Berlin Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.4 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.04 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
31.4 miles from North Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 62.7 miles, with most of the trip on Wilbur Cross Parkway and Merritt Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.4 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wilbur Cross Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Wilbur Cross Parkway and Merritt Parkway. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Stamford Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT is easy. At 1h 22m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Stamford Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CT 137 / High Ridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Stamford Road
Continue onto North Stamford Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Turn left onto CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Navigation decision point
3
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
62.4 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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Worthington Ridge
At end of road, turn right onto Worthington Ridge
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 30.4 mi | 37m |
| Merritt Parkway | 26.7 mi | 35m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Worthington Ridge | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Middletown Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Wilbur Cross Parkway
— 30.4 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Stamford, CT and Berlin, CT.
1
Start on Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
2
Turn straight onto North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Stamford Road
3
Continue on North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Stamford Road
4
Turn left onto CT 137
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
High Ridge Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
6
Merge onto CT 15
27 mi
·
35 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 15
30 mi
·
37 min
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Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 5; CT 15
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Middletown Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Middletown Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto Worthington Ridge
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Worthington Ridge
11
Arrive at destination
Worthington Ridge
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 31.4 miles from North Stamford, CT, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.4 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 62.7 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.4 miles or 43m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berlin, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Stamford, 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 North Stamford, CT
This is one driving day of about 62.7 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Stamford, 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 Wilbur Cross Parkway for about 30.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from North Stamford, CT · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from North Stamford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Berlin, CT
The final approach into Berlin, 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 Berlin, 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
$10.04 one way
$20.07 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.00 | $22.00 |
| premium | $4.83 | $11.92 | $23.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.93 | $27.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Berlin Turnpike
(2.9 mi)
$0.20
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
$10
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Berlin, CT
Morning in Berlin on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
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.
Road read
1h 22m 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 North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT covers 62.7 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wilbur Cross Parkway, Merritt Parkway, Berlin Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from North Stamford, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.04 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.
The drive from North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT is easy. At 1h 22m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Stamford Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CT 137 / High Ridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from North Stamford, CT to Berlin, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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