Origin
Stamford, CT
Afternoon in Stamford on Wednesday
Local time
2:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stamford, CT to Glenville, CT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
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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
This short 8.4-mile drive from Stamford, CT to Glenville, CT is a quick 15-minute trip. It's a straightforward local route, perfect for a single day trip with no need for an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on East Putnam Avenue and Glenville Road, with a small portion on I-95. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is just $1, making it very budget-friendly. This drive is characterized by frequent turns, so it’s best tackled when you have a bit of flexibility in your schedule. Both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast region of the US.
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
4.2 miles from Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 8.4-mile route. With only 21% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.1 miles along East Putnam Avenue. This drive is less about expansive views and more about navigating through developed areas, so be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed. The character of the drive will shift as you transition between main thoroughfares and smaller connecting roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Putnam Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 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 8.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.5 miles (Atlantic Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broad Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Atlantic Street
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: New York City
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South: New York City
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
2.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
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 Stamford, CT to Glenville, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Old Greenwich along the way.
Old Greenwich
2.7 mi in
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~4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Putnam Avenue | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Glenville Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 95 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Dearfield Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Weaver Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Summer Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Putnam Avenue
— 3.1 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford, CT and Glenville, CT.
1
Start on Atlantic Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Atlantic Street
2
Turn left onto Broad Street
472 ft
·
29 sec
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Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto Summer Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Summer Street
4
Turn slight left onto Bank Street
467 ft
·
9 sec
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Bank Street
5
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Atlantic Street
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
7
Merge onto I 95
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 5
Toward US 1: Riverside, Old Greenwich
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto US 1
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Putnam Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Dearfield Drive
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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Dearfield Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto Glenville Road
230 ft
·
4 sec
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Glenville Road
12
Continue on Glenville Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Glenville Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Weaver Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Weaver Street
14
Arrive at destination
Weaver Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 15-minute duration, this drive offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart anytime without needing to worry about breaking up a long journey. With a fuel cost of only $1, you won't need to plan for extensive refueling stops. Pay close attention to the numerous turns, especially on East Putnam Avenue, as it can feel quite busy. Since the longest stretch without a turn is only 3.1 miles, staying alert to navigation cues is key to a smooth experience.
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 4.2 miles from Stamford, CT, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.1 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 8.4 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenville, 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 8.4 miles and 15m.
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 East Putnam Avenue for about 3.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Stamford, CT · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Stamford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glenville, CT
The final approach into Glenville, 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 Glenville, 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
$1.35 one way
$2.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Glenville, CT
Afternoon in Glenville on Wednesday
Local time
2:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
11 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
15m 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 Glenville, CT covers 8.4 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Putnam Avenue, Glenville Road, I 95. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 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 $1.35 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 8.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.5 miles (Atlantic Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Stamford, CT to Glenville, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Old Greenwich along the way.
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