Origin
North Stamford, CT
Evening in North Stamford on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Moodus, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
The drive from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Stamford Road, High Ridge Road, Merritt Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.31 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
38.5 miles from North Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 52m drive with frequent turns across 76.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Stamford Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Stamford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| High Ridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Merritt Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Industrial Area | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Newfield Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Liberty Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Stamford Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Stamford, CT and Moodus, CT.
1
Start on Cascade Road
138 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cascade Road
2
Turn straight onto North Stamford Road
476 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Stamford Road
3
Continue on North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Stamford Road
4
Turn left onto High Ridge Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
High Ridge Road
5
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway
27 mi
·
35 min
·
Merritt Parkway
7
Continue on Wilbur Cross Parkway
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Keep slight right to continue on Industrial Area, Wesleyan
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
Industrial Area, Wesleyan
10
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
11
Take the ramp straight
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
12
Merge slight left
5.0 mi
·
7 min
13
Turn left onto Newfield Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Newfield Street
14
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Liberty Street
15
Continue on Prospect Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Prospect Street
16
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Street
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
18
Take the exit slight right
358 ft
·
9 sec
19
Merge slight left onto Marlborough Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Marlborough Street
20
Continue on Portland-Cobalt Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Portland-Cobalt Road
21
Turn right onto Middle Haddam Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Middle Haddam Road
22
Continue on Moodus Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Moodus Road
23
Continue on Leesville Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Leesville Road
24
Turn slight left onto Moodus Leesville Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Moodus Leesville Road
25
Turn slight left onto East Haddam Moodus Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Haddam Moodus Road
26
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 38.5 miles from North Stamford, CT, or about 56m into the drive.
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 76.9 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 56m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moodus, 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 76.9 miles and 1h 52m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from North Stamford, CT · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from North Stamford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Moodus, CT
The final approach into Moodus, 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 Moodus, 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
$12.31 one way
$24.62 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $13.49 | $26.99 |
| premium | $4.83 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.08 | $34.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Moodus, CT
Evening in Moodus on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
38 mi in
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 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 52m 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 Moodus, CT covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Stamford Road, High Ridge Road, Merritt Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.5 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 $12.31 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 Moodus, CT is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Stamford, CT to Moodus, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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