Origin
Weston, CT
Evening in Weston on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weston, CT to Bridgeport, CT
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weston, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Bridgeport, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Weston to Bridgeport, you are looking at a short, 13.9-mile journey that typically takes about 23 minutes. This efficient trip is perfect for a one-day outing, as you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should easily cover your travel expenses for this distance. Navigating through the Northeast, you will transit entirely within Connecticut, moving from the quieter surroundings of Weston into the more urban environment of Bridgeport. It is an uncomplicated route that provides a straightforward connection between these two locations, making it a stress-free option for your travel plans.
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
6.9 miles from Weston, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience as you transition from local roads to faster transit. The drive utilizes Weston Road and Black Rock Turnpike before merging onto the Merritt Parkway, which accounts for 53% of your total mileage. While you will encounter a mix of local driving conditions, the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Merritt Parkway, spanning 5.1 miles. This profile creates a balanced feel, moving you from smaller, community-focused streets into a more structured highway environment. Because the entire trip is less than 14 miles, you will find the transition between these road types happens quite rapidly.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 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 5.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
8.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward CT 58: Fairfield, Redding
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 27
Toward CT 58: Fairfield, Redding
4
8.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Congress Street
Turn left onto Congress Street
Navigation decision point
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Park Avenue
Turn right onto Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
CT 130 / Fairfield Avenue
Turn left onto CT 130 / Fairfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Weston, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Redding along the way.
Redding
8.3 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Merritt Parkway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Weston Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Black Rock Turnpike | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Pequonnock Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Tunxis Hill Cut Off | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Tunxis Hill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fairfield Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Merritt Parkway
— 5.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weston, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on CT 57
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Weston Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
3
Merge onto CT 15
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Merritt Parkway
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 27
Toward CT 58: Fairfield, Redding
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Congress Street
246 ft
·
8 sec
·
Congress Street
6
Turn right onto CT 58
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Black Rock Turnpike
7
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 58
250 ft
·
6 sec
·
Black Rock Turnpike
8
Continue on CT 58
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Tunxis Hill Cut Off
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on CT 58
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Tunxis Hill Road
10
Continue on CT 58
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Tunxis Hill Cut Off South
11
Turn left onto US 1
307 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kings Highway East
12
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
13
Turn right onto Park Avenue
250 ft
·
8 sec
·
Park Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Pequonnock Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pequonnock Street
15
Continue on Lafayette Square
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Lafayette Square
16
Turn left onto CT 130
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairfield Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
CT 130
Trip Plan
Since this is such a brief 23-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops, as the 13.9-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that with over half of your trip taking place on the Merritt Parkway, traffic patterns on that specific highway will be the primary factor in your travel time. To ensure a smooth arrival, check local traffic reports for the Parkway before you head out from Weston. Having a full tank is not a major concern given the low $2 fuel cost, but staying alert during the highway portion will help you navigate the route safely.
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 6.9 miles from Weston, CT, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.1 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 13.9 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weston, 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 Weston, CT
This is one driving day of about 13.9 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weston, 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 Merritt Parkway for about 5.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Weston, CT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Weston, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgeport, CT
The final approach into Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport, 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
$2.23 one way
$4.45 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $2.64 | $5.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.16
Black Rock Turnpike
(2.2 mi)
$0.16
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Bridgeport, CT
Evening in Bridgeport on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
26 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
23m 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 Weston, CT to Bridgeport, CT covers 13.9 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Merritt Parkway, Weston Road, Black Rock Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Weston, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.23 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 13.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles (Congress Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Weston, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Redding along the way.
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