Origin
Prospect, CT
Afternoon in Prospect on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prospect, CT to North Stamford, CT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
50.1 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prospect, CT
MART PRODUCTION
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Prospect, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 50.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m 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, Union City Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.2 miles on Merritt Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 50.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 50.1 miles, with most of the trip on Merritt Parkway and CT 8. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.2 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 13 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 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Merritt Parkway and CT 8. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near CT 8.
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 50.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.1 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
23.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South: Merritt Parkway, New York City
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 6
Toward CT 15 South: Merritt Parkway, New York C...
5
24.7 mi into trip
|
~33m 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.
7
47.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
5
48.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Turn left onto CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Prospect, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
New York City
23.9 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Parkway | 23.2 mi | 30m |
| CT 8 | 19.8 mi | 24m |
| Union City Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Prospect Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Merritt Parkway
— 23.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prospect, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on CT 68
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Union City Road
2
Continue on CT 68
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto Union Street
416 ft
·
10 sec
·
Union Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CT 8 South
5
Merge onto CT 8
20 mi
·
24 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6
Toward CT 15 South: Merritt Parkway, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto CT 15
23 mi
·
30 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
11
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
12
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
13
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Prospect, CT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Prospect, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Stamford, CT
The final approach into North 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
$8.07 one way
$16.13 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.87 | $17.75 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.59 | $19.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
North Stamford, CT
Afternoon in North Stamford on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
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.
Temperature spread
3 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 9m 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 Prospect, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 50.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Merritt Parkway, CT 8, Union City 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 25.1 miles from Prospect, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.07 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 50.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.1 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Prospect, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
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