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Trip from Quinebaug, CT to North Stamford, CT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 37m

Distance

119.2 mi

192 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 27m ★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m

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

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Downtown Quinebaug, CT, CT

Quinebaug, CT

MART PRODUCTION

city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

North Stamford, CT

David Kanigan

Trip Overview

The drive from Quinebaug, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on CT 15, I 84, I 91 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.7 miles on CT 15. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.19 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

59.6 miles from Quinebaug, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CT 15 55.7 mi 1h 10m
I 84 28.4 mi 32m
I 91 16.5 mi 19m
Old Turnpike Road 9.8 mi 17m
Bigelow Hollow Road 2.3 mi 4m
Buckley Highway 2 mi 3m
High Ridge Road 1.6 mi 2m
Lawson Road 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: CT 15 — 55.7 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Quinebaug, CT and North Stamford, CT.

1

Start on CT 131

140 ft · 7 sec · Quinebaug Road
2

Turn left onto CT 197

9.8 mi · 17 min · Old Turnpike Road
3

Continue on CT 197

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawson Road
4

Turn straight onto CT 171

2.3 mi · 4 min · Bigelow Hollow Road
5

Turn left onto CT 190

2.0 mi · 3 min · Buckley Highway
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
7

Merge onto I 84

20 mi · 23 min · I 84
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 84

8.0 mi · 9 min · I 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15

1.9 mi · 2 min · CT 15
Toward CT 15 South: New York City Use the slight left lane.
10

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 53 sec
Exit 86 Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 91

17 mi · 19 min · I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Exit 17 Toward CT 15 South Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

437 ft · 8 sec
Toward CT 15 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto CT 15

54 mi · 1 hr 8 min · CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 10 Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Turn left onto CT 137

1.6 mi · 2 min · High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn right onto North Stamford Road

0.2 mi · 54 sec · North Stamford Road
18

Continue on North Stamford Road

475 ft · 16 sec · North Stamford Road
19

Turn slight right onto Cascade Road

139 ft · 6 sec · Cascade Road
20

Arrive at destination

Cascade Road

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.6 miles from Quinebaug, CT, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 26 miles or 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 59.6 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 7m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Quinebaug, 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 Quinebaug, CT

This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Quinebaug, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on CT 15 for about 55.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hartford, CT, CT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hartford, CT

60 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

Vernon, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middletown, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Quinebaug, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Christo's Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wallingford, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.1

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+12032944626

Visit website

Ibiza Restaurant Hamden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hamden, Connecticut

1 mi

99 Restaurants

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Wallingford, Connecticut

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

TheSpot Cafe'

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

East Hartford, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18603102283

The Taste Garden Cafe and Catering

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Trumbull, Connecticut

0.4 mi

Christo's Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.1

Wallingford, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+12032944626

Visit website

Humacao Restaurant & Lounge

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $40 to $50 mile 42.6

East Hartford, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18605689500

Visit website

Ibiza Restaurant Hamden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 76.6

Hamden, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+12036917027

99 Restaurants

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 68.1

Wallingford, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–10:30 pm

+12032849989

Visit website

Archie Moore's Bar & Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.1

Wallingford, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+12032657100

Visit website

Savvi’s Pizza Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

East Hartford, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18602893353

Visit website

Bob's Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51.1

Rocky Hill, Connecticut

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+18605292540

Visit website

South Side Thai Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.1

Wallingford, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+12032698868

Visit website

TheSpot Cafe'

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

East Hartford, Connecticut

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18603102283

The Taste Garden Cafe and Catering

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.7

Trumbull, Connecticut

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+12035028355

Visit website

Kickstart Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 85.2

Shelton, Connecticut

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+12035132106

Visit website

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 93.7

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12033946565

Visit website

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 110.7

Norwalk, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12038990606

Visit website

Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 102.2

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12034163521

Visit website

Yale University Art Gallery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 76.6

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12034320600

Visit website

The Mead Visitor Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 76.6

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12034322300

Visit website

CT Audubon Birdcraft Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 102.2

Fairfield, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12032590416

Visit website

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (formerly Knights of Columbus Museum)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 76.6

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12038650400

Visit website

Hungry Tiger Cafe & Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.1

Manchester, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+18606491195

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 43.6 and 116.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
43.6 mi into trip | ~59m in | CT 15

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15 toward CT 15 South: New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward CT 15 South: New York City
8
45.6 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 91 South: New Haven, 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 86 Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City
7
62.7 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Take the exit toward CT 15 South

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 17 Toward CT 15 South
7
63 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward CT 15 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward CT 15 South
7
116.9 mi into trip | ~2h 32m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.19 one way

$38.38 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $21.11 $42.23
premium $4.86 $22.83 $45.65
diesel $5.61 $26.32 $52.64

Estimated Tolls: $0.68

Old Turnpike Road (9.8 mi) $0.68

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

$19

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.8 0 $12.52 $5.72
Efficient EV 29.8 0 $10.43 $4.77
EV Truck/SUV 47.7 0 $16.69 $7.63

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Quinebaug, CT

Afternoon in Quinebaug on Saturday

Local time

2:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 8 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Destination

North Stamford, CT

Afternoon in North Stamford on Saturday

Local time

2:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Partly Sunny

E 6 to 10 mph 0% chance 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 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

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...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 106.9
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

28 mi from route ~71 min detour Free near mile 12.3
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 2h 37m highway drive covering 119.2 miles, with most of the trip on CT 15 and I 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.7 miles on CT 15.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.6 miles in near CT 15.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 119.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 43.6 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Quinebaug, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

45.6 mi in | ~1h 2m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 119.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Quinebaug, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are CT 15, I 84, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 59.6 miles from Quinebaug, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.19 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 119.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 43.6 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Quinebaug, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

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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