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Trip from Preston City, CT to Greenwich, CT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 22m

Distance

106.2 mi

171 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m

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

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Preston City, CT

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Downtown Greenwich, CT, CT

Greenwich, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Preston City, CT to Greenwich, CT covers 106.2 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, I 395, Shetucket Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.10 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.

Midpoint

53.1 miles from Preston City, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 106.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 22m highway drive covering 106.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.7 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 24 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 85.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 164 / Jewett City 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 106.2 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (CT 164 / Jewett City Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 19.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | CT 164 / Jewett City Road

Turn left onto CT 164 / Jewett City Road

Navigation decision point

5
5.7 mi into trip | ~11m in | Main Street

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
19.7 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
105.5 mi into trip | ~2h 20m in

Take the exit toward Arch Street

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3 Toward Arch Street
6
105.6 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | Arch Street

Turn right onto Arch Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 85.7 mi 1h 51m
I 395 11.2 mi 12m
Shetucket Turnpike 3.4 mi 6m
Hamilton Avenue 1.3 mi 2m
West Main Street 1.2 mi 2m
Salem Turnpike 0.7 mi 1m
East Main Street 0.6 mi 1m
Old Shetucket Turnpike 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 85.7 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Preston City, CT and Greenwich, CT.

1

Start on this road

114 ft · 14 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto CT 164

462 ft · 10 sec · Jewett City Road
3

Turn right onto Old Shetucket Turnpike

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Old Shetucket Turnpike
4

Turn left onto CT 165

3.4 mi · 6 min · Shetucket Turnpike
5

Continue on CT 165

1.3 mi · 2 min · Hamilton Avenue
6

Turn right onto CT 2

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
7

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

123 ft · 2 sec · Main Street
8

Continue on Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Main Street
9

Turn slight left onto Market Street

172 ft · 3 sec · Market Street
10

Turn right onto CT 2

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Water Street
11

Merge onto CT 2

112 ft · 3 sec · Chelsea Harbor Drive
12

Continue on CT 2; CT 32

456 ft · 21 sec · Washington Street
13

Turn left onto CT 32; CT 82

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West Side Boulevard
14

Continue on CT 82

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
15

Continue on CT 82

0.7 mi · 1 min · Salem Turnpike
16

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
17

Merge onto I 395; CT 2A

11 mi · 12 min · I 395; CT 2A
18

Merge onto I 95

86 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Exit 3 Toward Arch Street Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn right onto Arch Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Arch Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Turn straight onto Sound View Drive

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Sound View Drive
22

Turn slight right onto Field Point Road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Field Point Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Turn right onto West Elm Street

53 ft · 1 sec · West Elm Street
24

Arrive at destination

West Elm Street

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 53.1 miles from Preston City, CT, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.7 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 23 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.1 miles or 1h 12m 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 56m

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

Before You Leave

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

+

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 Preston City, CT

This is one driving day of about 106.2 miles and 2h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Preston City, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 85.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 53.1 mi from Preston City, CT · 1h 12m into the drive

Downtown New Haven, CT, CT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Haven, CT

53 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.

Popular next leg

New Haven, CT to Greenwich, CT

45.5 mi · 1h 4m

Pacing Suggestions

Deep River, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Milford, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Preston City, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.7 miles.

Arriving in Greenwich, CT

The final approach into Greenwich, 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 Greenwich, 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

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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 91.5
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.10 one way

$34.19 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $18.81 $37.62
premium $4.86 $20.34 $40.67
diesel $5.61 $23.45 $46.90

Estimated Tolls: $0.29

Shetucket Turnpike (3.4 mi) $0.24
Salem Turnpike (0.7 mi) $0.05

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

$17

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.9 0 $11.15 $5.10
Efficient EV 26.6 0 $9.29 $4.25
EV Truck/SUV 42.5 0 $14.87 $6.80

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Preston City, CT

Afternoon in Preston City on Friday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenwich, CT

Afternoon in Greenwich on Friday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

6 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

2h 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 Preston City, CT to Greenwich, CT covers 106.2 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, I 395, Shetucket 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 53.1 miles from Preston City, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.10 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 106.2 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (CT 164 / Jewett City Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 19.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Preston City, CT to Greenwich, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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