Origin
North Stonington, CT
Evening in North Stonington on Friday
Local time
6:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Stonington, CT to Hamden, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
69.5 mi
112 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 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Stonington, CT
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Hamden, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Stonington, CT to Hamden, CT covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Whitney Avenue, Norwich-Westerly Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.3 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 69.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Whitney Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.3 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 16 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 57.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Whitney Avenue. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near CT 2 / Norwich-Westerly Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.7 miles (CT 2 / Norwich-Westerly Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CT 2 / Norwich-Westerly Road
Enter roundabout onto CT 2 / Norwich-Westerly Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
5
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
State Street
At end of road, turn left onto State Street
Navigation decision point
5
63.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Whitney Avenue
Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Stonington, CT to Hamden, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Lighthouse Point along the way.
Lighthouse Point
60.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 57.3 mi | 1h 8m |
| Whitney Avenue | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Norwich-Westerly Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Edwards Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Rocky Hollow Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 57.3 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Stonington, CT and Hamden, CT.
1
Start on Main Street
344 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Rocky Hollow Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Rocky Hollow Road
3
Turn left onto CT 2
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Norwich-Westerly Road
4
Enter roundabout onto CT 2
260 ft
·
3 sec
·
Norwich-Westerly Road
5
Continue on CT 2
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
Norwich-Westerly Road
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South: New London
7
Merge onto I 95
57 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 51
Toward US 1: Frontage Road, Lighthouse Point
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Frontage Road
10
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Water Street
12
Turn right onto East Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto State Street
221 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Street
14
Turn right onto Edwards Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Edwards Street
15
Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Whitney Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
CT 10
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from North Stonington, CT · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from North Stonington, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hamden, CT
The final approach into Hamden, 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
$11.19 one way
$22.38 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.31 | $24.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
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
Hamden, CT
Evening in Hamden on Friday
Local time
6:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Westbrook, CT
35 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
1 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 29m 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 Stonington, CT to Hamden, CT covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Whitney Avenue, Norwich-Westerly 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 34.7 miles from North Stonington, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.19 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 69.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.7 miles (CT 2 / Norwich-Westerly Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from North Stonington, CT to Hamden, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Lighthouse Point along the way.
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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