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Trip from West Haven, CT to Wethersfield, CT

Drive Time

51m

Distance

38 mi

61 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 47m ★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown West Haven, CT, CT

West Haven, CT

David Kanigan

Trip Overview

The drive from West Haven, CT to Wethersfield, CT covers 38 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 91, I 95, Elm Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.08 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.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

19 miles from West Haven, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 51m highway drive covering 38 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and I 95. The longest continuous stretch is about 33 miles on I 91.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 33 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 95. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New London

Navigation decision point

Toward I 95 North: New London
5
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.8 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartford

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 48 Toward I 91 North: Hartford
8
36.5 mi into trip | ~46m in

Take the exit toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 25-26 Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfiel...
9
36.7 mi into trip | ~47m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Old Wethersfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 26 Toward Old Wethersfield

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 91 33 mi 39m
I 95 1.2 mi 1m
Elm Street 0.6 mi 1m
Great Meadow Road 0.5 mi 1m
Marsh Street 0.5 mi 1m
Washington Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
Ella T. Grasso Boulevard 0.2 mi <1m
Kimberly Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 91 — 33 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Haven, CT and Wethersfield, 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 · 27 sec · Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
5

Take the ramp right toward I 95 North: New London

0.2 mi · 23 sec · I 95 North: New London
6

Merge slight left

1.2 mi · 1 min
7

Take the exit slight right toward I 91 North: Hartford

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 91 North: Hartford
8

Continue straight

33 mi · 39 min
9

Take the exit slight right toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield

0.2 mi · 23 sec · CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
10

Keep slight right to continue on Old Wethersfield

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Old Wethersfield
11

Turn left onto Great Meadow Road

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Great Meadow Road
12

Continue on Great Meadow Road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Great Meadow Road
13

Continue on Marsh Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Marsh Street
14

Turn right onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Main Street
15

Arrive at your destination

3 ft

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 19 miles from West Haven, CT, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33 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 38 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 19 miles or 26m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wethersfield, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving West Haven, 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 West Haven, CT

This is one driving day of about 38 miles and 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Haven, 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 I 91 for about 33 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19 mi from West Haven, CT · 26m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

19 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19 miles from West Haven, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Wethersfield, CT

The final approach into Wethersfield, 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 Wethersfield, CT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Weir Farm National Historical Park

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...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.08 one way

$12.17 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $6.67 $13.34
premium $4.83 $7.22 $14.45
diesel $5.64 $8.44 $16.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.4 0 $3.99 $1.82
Efficient EV 9.5 0 $3.32 $1.52
EV Truck/SUV 15.2 0 $5.32 $2.43

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

West Haven, CT

Late night in West Haven on Monday

Local time

5:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wethersfield, CT

Late night in Wethersfield on Monday

Local time

5:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

19 mi in

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

8 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

51m 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 Wethersfield, CT covers 38 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, I 95, Elm Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 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 $6.08 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 38 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Haven, CT to Wethersfield, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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