Origin
Westport, CT
Late night in Westport on Friday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westport, CT to Milford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westport, CT
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Milford, CT
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Trip Overview
This short 18.4-mile drive from Westport, CT to Milford, CT should only take about 29 minutes, making it a perfect quick trip. With a low estimated fuel cost of $3, it's an economical option for a day trip within the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on the interstate. While there are no recommended overnight stops, the quick duration allows for flexibility in your schedule. Consider this a straightforward transit between two Connecticut towns, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 18.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused drive for this route, with 66% of your journey on high-speed roads like I-95. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 12.2 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. The drive begins with some time on Post Road East before merging onto the interstate, and you'll eventually transition to Bridgeport Avenue as you approach Milford. While not a scenic byway, this route prioritizes directness and speed, making it a no-nonsense transit experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 12.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Post Road East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
16.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward School House Road, Sub Way, Bic Drive
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 35
Toward School House Road, Sub Way, Bic Drive
4
16.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 1 / Bridgeport Avenue
Turn left onto US 1 / Bridgeport Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
18.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Factory Lane
Turn right onto Factory Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 12.2 mi | 16m |
| Post Road East | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| Bridgeport Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Schoolhouse Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Factory Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 12.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westport, CT and Milford, CT.
1
Start on US 1
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Post Road East
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
3
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
16 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 35
Toward School House Road, Sub Way, Bic Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Schoolhouse Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Schoolhouse Road
6
Turn left onto US 1
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Bridgeport Avenue
7
Continue on CT 162
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridgeport Avenue
8
Continue on CT 162
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
9
Turn right onto Factory Lane
53 ft
·
2 sec
·
Factory Lane
10
Arrive at destination
Factory Lane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.96 one way
$5.92 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.52 | $7.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Milford, CT
Late night in Milford on Friday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
29m 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 Westport, CT to Milford, CT covers 18.4 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Post Road East, Bridgeport 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 9.2 miles from Westport, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.96 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 straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Westport, CT to Milford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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