Trip from North Stamford, CT to Burlington, CT

Drive Time

1h 40m

Distance

69.7 mi

112 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 33m ★

6 AM

1h 40m

8 AM

1h 55m

10 AM

1h 45m

12 PM

1h 44m

3 PM

1h 46m

5 PM

1h 54m

8 PM

1h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North Stamford, CT

David Kanigan

Burlington, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from North Stamford, CT to Burlington, CT covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Merritt Parkway, CT 8, Wolcott Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.8 miles on Merritt Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.16 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

34.8 miles from North Stamford, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 69.7 miles, with most of the trip on Merritt Parkway and CT 8. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.8 miles on Merritt Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Merritt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Merritt Parkway and CT 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near CT 15 / Merritt Parkway.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 69.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.3 mi into trip | ~5m in | 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.

25.1 mi into trip | ~35m in

Take the exit toward CT 8 North: Waterbury

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 34 Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury

26 mi into trip | ~36m in | CT 8

Merge onto CT 8

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

48.8 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the exit toward South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue

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 29 Toward South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue

62 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | US 6; CT 69 / North Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 6; CT 69 / North Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Merritt Parkway	22.8 mi	29m
CT 8	22.7 mi	28m
Wolcott Road	6.8 mi	10m
Milford Street	4.4 mi	7m
Burlington Avenue	2.5 mi	4m
Wolcott Street	1.8 mi	2m
High Ridge Road	1.7 mi	3m
West Street	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Merritt Parkway — 22.8 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Stamford, CT and Burlington, CT.

Start on Cascade Road

138 ft · 7 sec · Cascade Road

Turn straight onto North Stamford Road

476 ft · 19 sec · North Stamford Road

Continue on North Stamford Road

0.2 mi · 51 sec · North Stamford Road

Turn left onto High Ridge Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · High Ridge Road

Take the ramp left

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway

23 mi · 29 min · Merritt Parkway

Take the exit slight right toward CT 8 North: Waterbury

0.9 mi · 1 min · CT 8 North: Waterbury

Merge slight left

23 mi · 28 min

Take the exit slight right toward South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · South Leonard Street, Washington Avenue

Continue on South Leonard Street

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Leonard Street

Turn right onto Washington Avenue

0.4 mi · 41 sec · Washington Avenue

At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street

82 ft · 6 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto Washington Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

Continue on Silver Street Expressway

0.5 mi · 44 sec · Silver Street Expressway

Continue on Meriden Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Meriden Road

Turn slight left onto Woodtick Road

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Woodtick Road

Turn straight onto Stillson Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Stillson Road

Turn right onto Wolcott Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Wolcott Street

Continue on Wolcott Road

6.8 mi · 10 min · Wolcott Road

Continue on Wolcott Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Wolcott Street

Continue on West Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Street

At the end of the road, turn right onto North Street

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Street

Turn left onto Burlington Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · Burlington Avenue

Continue on Milford Street

4.4 mi · 7 min · Milford Street

Turn right onto Spielman Highway

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Spielman Highway

Turn left

20 ft · 1 sec

Arrive at your destination

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 34.8 miles from North Stamford, CT, or about 47m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 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 69.7 miles or 1h 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.8 miles or 47m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving North Stamford, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 69.7 miles and 1h 40m.

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 Merritt Parkway for about 22.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.8 mi from North Stamford, CT · 47m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Smithtown, NY

35 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

Smithtown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Smithtown, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from North Stamford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Burlington, CT

The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, CT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Weir Farm National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 12

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.16 one way

$22.31 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$12.23	$24.46
premium	$4.83	$13.25	$26.50
diesel	$5.64	$15.48	$30.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20.9	$7.32	$3.35
Efficient EV	17.4	$6.10	$2.79
EV Truck/SUV	27.9	$9.76	$4.46

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

North Stamford, CT

Late night in North Stamford on Monday

Local time

5:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Burlington, CT

Late night in Burlington on Monday

Local time

5:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

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 40m 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 Burlington, CT covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Merritt Parkway, CT 8, Wolcott Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34.8 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 $11.16 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 route from North Stamford, CT to Burlington, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from North Stamford, CT to Burlington, CT

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Burlington, CT

National Parks Near This Route

Weir Farm National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

North Stamford, CT

Burlington, CT

Same local time

1h 40m on the road

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