Origin
Sharon, CT
Afternoon in Sharon on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharon, CT to New Haven, CT
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Haven, CT
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Sharon to New Haven, you can expect a manageable 66.4-mile trek that takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a modest estimated fuel cost of about $11, it is an economical route for a quick change of scenery. You will navigate through the heart of the Northeast, transitioning from the quieter areas around Sharon toward the coastal influence of New Haven. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. It is a straightforward trip that serves as a practical connection between these two Connecticut locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Sharon, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you make your way across the state. You will start on local connectors like Sharon Turnpike and Cornwall Bridge Road before transitioning to CT 8, which accounts for the majority of your journey. About 52% of this route is spent on highways, providing a nice balance between slower local transit and faster movement. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on CT 8, where you will cover 30.8 miles of steady driving. The road surface and traffic flow will shift as you move from the smaller regional roads onto the main highway, so be prepared for these changes in pace as you head toward New Haven.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 8 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in near CT 8.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 66.4 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 24.6 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
24.6 mi into trip
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~39m in
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CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward CT 67: Seymour
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward CT 67: Seymour
8
55.6 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 67 East: Woodbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward CT 67 East: Woodbridge
5
55.6 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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CT 67 / New Haven Road
Turn left onto CT 67 / New Haven Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
66.3 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
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College Street
Turn right onto College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 30.8 mi | 36m |
| Cornwall Bridge Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Sharon Turnpike | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Furnace Brook Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Amity Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Whalley Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Goshen Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Seymour Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 30.8 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on West Main Street
23 ft
·
8 sec
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West Main Street
2
Continue on CT 41
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto CT 4
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Cornwall Bridge Road
4
Continue on US 7; CT 4
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Kent Road
5
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 4
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Furnace Brook Road
6
Continue on CT 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cemetery Hill Road
7
Turn right onto CT 4
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bunker Hill Road
8
Continue on CT 4
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Sharon Turnpike
9
Enter roundabout onto CT 4
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Torrington Road
10
Continue on CT 4
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Torrington Road
11
Continue on CT 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Goshen Road
12
Continue on CT 4
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Migeon Avenue
13
Turn straight onto CT 4
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Columbus Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Columbus Street
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
this road
Toward CT 8 South: Waterbury
16
Merge onto CT 8
31 mi
·
36 min
·
CT 8
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 18
Toward CT 67: Seymour
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
204 ft
·
11 sec
Toward CT 67 East: Woodbridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Turn left onto CT 67
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
New Haven Road
Use the none lane.
20
Continue on CT 67
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Seymour Road
21
Turn right onto CT 63
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Amity Road
Use the none lane.
22
Continue on CT 63
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Whalley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on Broadway
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Turn right onto College Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
College Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
College Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-hour and 35-minute drive with no mandatory stops, you have the advantage of being able to complete it in one go. If you prefer a smoother experience, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on CT 8, as traffic patterns can fluctuate significantly along that 30.8-mile stretch. Keep your fuel budget of $11 in mind, but remember that prices can vary, so topping off your tank before you leave Sharon is a smart way to ensure peace of mind. Because the trip is short, you don't need to worry about rigid pacing or extensive rest stops. Use the flexibility of this route to your benefit by leaving whenever you are ready to hit the road.
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 33.2 miles from Sharon, CT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.8 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 66.4 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 miles or 49m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sharon, 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 Sharon, CT
This is one driving day of about 66.4 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sharon, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 30.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Sharon, CT · 49m 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 66.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Sharon, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Haven, CT
The final approach into New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.63 one way
$21.26 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.65 | $23.30 |
| premium | $4.83 | $12.62 | $25.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.75 | $29.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
Sharon Turnpike
(3.6 mi)
$0.25
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
$11
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
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
New Haven, CT
Afternoon in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 35m 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 Sharon, CT to New Haven, CT covers 66.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 8, Cornwall Bridge Road, Sharon Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.2 miles from Sharon, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.63 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 13 significant decision points across 66.4 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 24.6 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sharon, CT to New Haven, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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