Origin
Stamford, CT
Afternoon in Stamford on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stamford, CT to Hartland, CT
Drive Time
2h
Distance
88 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
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6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Stamford to Hartland, expect a direct 88-mile journey that typically takes about two hours to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $14 for the trip, making it an affordable trek across Connecticut. Since both towns reside within the Northeast region, you won't experience a major shift in climate or landscape. This drive is designed for efficiency, prioritizing highway travel to get you to your destination without unnecessary detours.
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
44 miles from Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of I-95 and CT 8, eventually transitioning onto Riverton Road as you near your destination. Be prepared for a substantial 58-mile stretch on CT 8, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. While the interstate segments offer a faster pace, the character of the road shifts as you leave the high-speed lanes to reach the more localized environment of Hartland. It is a straightforward, functional route that prioritizes consistent movement over technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 58 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Broad Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
8
25.2 mi into trip
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~34m in
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CT 8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8 toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Towns Along This Route
Between Stamford, CT and Hartland, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
Waterbury
21.4 mi in
|
~30m
New Haven
25.2 mi in
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~34m
|
via CT 8
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 58 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 95 | 20.3 mi | 27m |
| Riverton Road | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grove Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 58 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford, CT and Hartland, CT.
1
Start on Atlantic Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Atlantic Street
2
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto Grove Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Grove Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
Merge onto I 95
20 mi
·
27 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on CT 8; CT 25
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 8; CT 25
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8
26 mi
·
32 min
·
CT 8
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on CT 8
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 8
Exit 31
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on CT 8
28 mi
·
34 min
·
CT 8
Exit 33
Toward I 84 West: Danbury
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 44; CT 8; CT 183
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right onto CT 8
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Park Place
13
Continue on CT 8
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
14
Turn right onto CT 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Riverton Road
15
Continue on CT 20
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto CT 20
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East River Road
17
Continue on CT 20
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Riverton Road
18
Turn left onto CT 20
28 ft
·
0 sec
·
Center Street
19
Arrive at destination
CT 20
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving outside of peak traffic hours will ensure the smoothest experience. With no official stops scheduled into the route, you are free to dictate your own pace, but keep in mind that the transition from highway driving to local roads like Riverton Road requires increased attention. Ensure your fuel levels are sufficient before hitting the road to keep your costs near the $14 estimate. Because the longest stretch of 58 miles occurs on CT 8, make sure you are comfortable with sustained highway speeds before you depart. Utilizing this route as a simple day trip allows you to maximize your time in Hartland without the fatigue of a longer haul.
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 44 miles from Stamford, CT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 58m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartland, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stamford, 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 Stamford, CT
This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stamford, 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 58 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Stamford, CT · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44 miles from Stamford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartland, CT
The final approach into Hartland, 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 Hartland, 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
$14.09 one way
$28.17 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.44 | $30.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $16.73 | $33.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.32 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Hartland, CT
Afternoon in Hartland on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
27°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
27 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
2h 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 Stamford, CT to Hartland, CT covers 88 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 8, I 95, Riverton 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 44 miles from Stamford, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.09 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 88 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Stamford, CT and Hartland, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
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