Origin
Stratford, CT
Afternoon in Stratford on Thursday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stratford, CT to North Stamford, CT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.3 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stratford, CT
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North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
This quick 28.3-mile trip from Stratford to North Stamford, Connecticut, is designed for a single day, taking about 42 minutes to complete. You'll spend 87% of your time on highways, primarily the Merritt Parkway and I-95, with a brief stint on Black Rock Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, making it an economical choice for a short journey within the Northeast region. Given its brevity and highway focus, this route is best suited for a straightforward commute or a brief excursion rather than an extended adventure requiring an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 28.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this drive, with 87% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.2 miles along the Merritt Parkway, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily a highway drive, the inclusion of I-95 and Black Rock Turnpike means you'll transition between different types of high-speed travel. This route emphasizes efficiency over winding scenic byways, so prepare for a direct and expedient trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Merritt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Merritt Parkway and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Sherwood Place.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 28.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Sherwood Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Sherwood Place
Turn left onto Sherwood Place
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward Black Rock Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 24
Toward Black Rock Turnpike
7
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward CT 15 South: New York City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
7
26.1 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
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 Stratford, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Black Rock Turnpike along the way.
Black Rock Turnpike
5.8 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Parkway | 16.2 mi | 21m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Black Rock Turnpike | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Spada Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sherwood Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Merritt Parkway
— 16.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stratford, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Jane Street
342 ft
·
20 sec
·
Jane Street
2
Turn left onto Sherwood Place
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sherwood Place
3
Turn right onto South Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Avenue
4
Turn left onto Spada Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spada Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
6
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 24
Toward Black Rock Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Chambers Street
155 ft
·
4 sec
·
Chambers Street
9
Turn left onto US 1
469 ft
·
16 sec
·
Kings Highway East
10
Turn slight right onto Black Rock Turnpike
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Black Rock Turnpike
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto CT 15
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
16
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
17
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
18
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.56 one way
$9.11 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.01 | $10.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.24
Black Rock Turnpike
(3.5 mi)
$0.24
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
North Stamford, CT
Afternoon in North Stamford on Thursday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
42m 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 Stratford, CT to North Stamford, CT covers 28.3 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Merritt Parkway, I 95, Black Rock Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 miles from Stratford, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.56 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 short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 28.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Sherwood Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Stratford, CT to North Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Black Rock Turnpike along the way.
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