Origin
Plainville, CT
Late night in Plainville on Saturday
Local time
5:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Plainville, CT to Stamford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plainville, CT
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Stamford, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 66.1-mile journey from Plainville to Stamford, Connecticut, can be completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route relies heavily on major roadways, with 63% of the drive being on highways, including I-95 and the Wilbur Cross Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this trip is budget-friendly. Given its relatively short duration and focus on efficient travel, no overnight stays are necessary. You'll be traversing within the Northeast region, moving from one part of Connecticut to another.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 66.1-mile route. You'll spend a significant portion, 63% of the time, on major interstates and parkways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.6 miles on I-95, offering a chance to settle into a consistent speed. While primarily highway, the inclusion of Whitney Avenue suggests a potential shift to more local road conditions as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than a leisurely scenic tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 20.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
38.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
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 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
6
38.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
7
39 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
7
44.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: New York City
7
65.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
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 Plainville, CT to Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
38.3 mi in
|
~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 20.6 mi | 28m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 13.8 mi | 17m |
| Whitney Avenue | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| CT 8 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Highland Avenue | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Merritt Parkway | 3 mi | 3m |
| Queen Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 20.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plainville, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on CT 372
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
New Britain Avenue
2
Turn left onto CT 10
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Queen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on CT 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CT 10
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Norton Street
7
Turn straight onto CT 10
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Cheshire Road
8
Continue on CT 10
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on CT 10; CT 68; CT 70
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on CT 10
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Whitney Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
12
Merge onto CT 15
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on CT 15
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Merritt Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto CT 8
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 8
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 95
21 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
22
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Atlantic Street
23
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Plainville, CT · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 33 miles from Plainville, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stamford, CT
The final approach into Stamford, 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
$10.27 one way
$20.53 round trip
$3.95/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.60 | $23.20 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
| diesel | $6.00 | $15.61 | $31.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Stamford, CT
Late night in Stamford on Saturday
Local time
5:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 27m 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 Plainville, CT to Stamford, CT covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Wilbur Cross Parkway, Whitney Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33 miles from Plainville, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.27 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 66.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Plainville, CT to Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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