Origin
West Haven, CT
Afternoon in West Haven on Saturday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Haven, CT to New London, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
49.7 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Haven, CT
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New London, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Haven, CT to New London, CT covers 49.7 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Broad Street, Forbes Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.4 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 49.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 49.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Broad Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.4 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 22 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 41.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Broad Street. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Sea Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.4 miles (Sea Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Sea Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Sea Street
Turn right onto Sea Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Sea Street
Enter roundabout onto Sea Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Howard Avenue
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Fifth Street
Turn right onto Fifth Street
Navigation decision point
6
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward CT 85: Broad Street, Waterford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 82
Toward CT 85: Broad Street, Waterford
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 41.4 mi | 49m |
| Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Sargent Drive | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Water Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 41.4 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Haven, CT and New London, CT.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Continue on Kimberly Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Kimberly Avenue
4
Turn right onto Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Sea Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Sea Street
6
Enter roundabout onto Sea Street
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
Sea Street
7
Continue on Sea Street
511 ft
·
15 sec
·
Sea Street
8
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Howard Avenue
9
Turn right onto Fifth Street
382 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fifth Street
10
Continue on Sargent Drive
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Sargent Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Brewery Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Brewery Street
12
Turn right onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Water Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
14
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
Frontage Road
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North
16
Merge onto I 95
41 mi
·
49 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 82
Toward CT 85: Broad Street, Waterford
18
Turn right onto CT 85
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Broad Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto Meridian Street
335 ft
·
17 sec
·
Meridian Street
20
Turn right onto State Street
289 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Street
21
Turn right onto Huntington Street
166 ft
·
5 sec
·
Huntington Street
22
Arrive at destination
Huntington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.9 mi from West Haven, CT · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from West Haven, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New London, CT
The final approach into New London, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.00 one way
$16.00 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.52 | $19.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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 London, CT
Afternoon in New London on Saturday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Madison, CT
25 mi in
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
1 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 5m 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 West Haven, CT to New London, CT covers 49.7 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Broad Street, Forbes Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.9 miles from West Haven, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.00 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 49.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.4 miles (Sea Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Sea Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from West Haven, CT to New London, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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