The drive from Scotland, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 110 miles and takes about 2h 24m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Merritt Parkway, I 395 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.7 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.71 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
55 miles from Scotland, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 110 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 24m highway drive covering 110 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Merritt Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.7 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 21 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 50.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Merritt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.3 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 110 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 27.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
27.3 mi into trip|~36m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
78 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 38
Toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross Parkways
8
79.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Wheelers Farms Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward Wheelers Farms Road
7
107.8 mi into trip|~2h 19m 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
108.1 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Turn left onto CT 137 / High Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
50.7 mi
1h 3m
Merritt Parkway
27 mi
34m
I 395
17.9 mi
19m
Devotion Road
2.9 mi
5m
Scotland Road
2.7 mi
4m
High Ridge Road
1.6 mi
2m
Baltic Road
1.3 mi
2m
Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 50.7 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scotland, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Center Street
442 ft·19 sec·Center Street
2
Turn straight onto CT 97
2.9 mi·5 min·Devotion Road
3
Continue on CT 97
2.7 mi·4 min·Scotland Road
4
Continue on CT 97
0.2 mi·28 sec·North Main Street
5
Continue on CT 97
1.2 mi·2 min·Main Street
6
Continue on CT 97
1.3 mi·2 min·Baltic Road
7
Turn left onto CT 97
335 ft·13 sec·Bridge Street
8
Turn right onto CT 97
0.7 mi·1 min·Taftville-Occum Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
10
Merge onto I 395
18 mi·19 min·I 395
11
Merge onto I 95
51 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.9 mi·2 min
Exit 38Toward CT 15: Merritt and Wilbur Cross ParkwaysUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward Wheelers Farms RoadUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto CT 15
0.4 mi·24 sec·Wilbur Cross Parkway
15
Continue on CT 15
27 mi·34 min·Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 10Toward CT 137: High Ridge RoadUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi·2 min·High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi·54 sec·North Stamford Road
19
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft·16 sec·North Stamford Road
20
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft·6 sec·Cascade Road
21
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55 miles from Scotland, CT, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.7 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 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55 miles or 1h 11m 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 North Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scotland, 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 Scotland, CT
This is one driving day of about 110 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Scotland, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 50.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55 mi from Scotland, CT
· 1h 11m into the drive
The midpoint is around 55 miles from Scotland, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Stamford, CT.
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.
Lyla's Restaurant & Bar
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~9 min detour
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
$50 to $10
mile 110
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 98.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.71 one way
$35.42 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$19.48
$38.97
premium
$4.86
$21.06
$42.13
diesel
$5.61
$24.29
$48.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33
0
$11.55
$5.28
Efficient EV
27.5
0
$9.63
$4.40
EV Truck/SUV
44
0
$15.40
$7.04
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 Mar 2, 2022
Origin
Scotland, CT
Night
in Scotland on Friday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Stamford, CT
Night
in North Stamford on Friday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Middletown, CT
55 mi in
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
15 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 24m 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 Scotland, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 110 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Merritt Parkway, I 395. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55 miles from Scotland, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.71 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 110 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 27.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Scotland, CT to North Stamford, 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.
