The drive from Wauregan, CT to Stamford, CT covers 116 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 395, Putnam Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.2 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.67 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
58 miles from Wauregan, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 116 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 116 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 80.2 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 12 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 80.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 205 / Wauregan Road.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wauregan, CT to Stamford, CT is easy. At 2h 26m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 205 / Wauregan Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (CT 12 / Putnam Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|CT 205 / Wauregan Road
At end of road, turn left onto CT 205 / Wauregan Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
3
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|CT 12 / Putnam Road
Turn right onto CT 12 / Putnam Road
Navigation decision point
5
34.9 mi into trip|~41m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
115.2 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
4
115.7 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|Atlantic Street
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
80.2 mi
1h 43m
I 395
32.2 mi
35m
Putnam Road
1.5 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North State Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Wauregan Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 80.2 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauregan, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on this road
120 ft·14 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto CT 205
0.2 mi·19 sec·Wauregan Road
3
Turn right onto CT 12
1.5 mi·2 min·Putnam Road
4
Continue on CT 12; CT 14
0.3 mi·42 sec·Main Street
5
Continue on CT 14
0.4 mi·50 sec·East Main Street
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·35 sec
7
Merge onto I 395
32 mi·35 min·I 395
8
Merge onto I 95
80 mi·1 hr 43 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 7Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic StreetUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi·47 sec·North State Street
11
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Atlantic Street
12
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
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 58 miles from Wauregan, CT, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.2 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 10m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wauregan, 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 Wauregan, CT
This is one driving day of about 116 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Wauregan, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 80.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58 mi from Wauregan, CT
· 1h 10m into the drive
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 108
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.67 one way
$37.35 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$20.55
$41.09
premium
$4.86
$22.21
$44.43
diesel
$5.61
$25.61
$51.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 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
34.8
0
$12.18
$5.57
Efficient EV
29
0
$10.15
$4.64
EV Truck/SUV
46.4
0
$16.24
$7.42
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Wauregan, CT
Night
in Wauregan on Friday
Local time
9:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Destination
Stamford, CT
Night
in Stamford on Friday
Local time
9:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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.
Road read
2h 26m 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 Wauregan, CT to Stamford, CT covers 116 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 395, Putnam 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 58 miles from Wauregan, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.67 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.
The drive from Wauregan, CT to Stamford, CT is easy. At 2h 26m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 205 / Wauregan Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (CT 12 / Putnam Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wauregan, CT to 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.
