Origin
Woodbridge, CT
Night in Woodbridge on Friday
Local time
9:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbridge, CT to Greenwich, 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
47.4 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
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.
Woodbridge, CT
David Kanigan
Greenwich, CT
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Trip Overview
Woodbridge, CT to Greenwich, CT is 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m via I 95 and Wilbur Cross Parkway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, traversing the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a quick and efficient journey. You'll find it a convenient option if you're looking for a short transit between these two points, with minimal time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.4 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 (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey on major roads like I 95 and the Wilbur Cross Parkway. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 26.1 miles on I 95. The route is characterized by its efficiency, allowing for swift progress between Woodbridge and Greenwich. Expect a driving experience dominated by the flow of highway traffic rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 26.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near CT 63 / Amity Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 miles (CT 63 / Amity Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CT 63 / Amity Road
At end of road, turn right onto CT 63 / Amity Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
14.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
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 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
7
15 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
7
20.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: New York City
7
46.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Arch Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward Arch Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Woodbridge, CT to Greenwich, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
14.3 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 26.1 mi | 35m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 9 mi | 11m |
| CT 8 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Merritt Parkway | 3 mi | 3m |
| Amity Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Center Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Field Point Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sound View Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbridge, CT and Greenwich, CT.
1
Start on Beecher Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Beecher Road
2
Turn right onto CT 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto CT 63
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Amity Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
5
Merge onto CT 15
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CT 15
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Merritt Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto CT 8
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 8
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
26 mi
·
35 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 3
Toward Arch Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto Arch Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Arch Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Sound View Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Sound View Drive
16
Turn slight right onto Field Point Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Field Point Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto West Elm Street
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Elm Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from Woodbridge, CT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Woodbridge, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenwich, CT
The final approach into Greenwich, 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
$7.63 one way
$15.26 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.40 | $16.79 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 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 | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
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
Greenwich, CT
Night in Greenwich on Friday
Local time
9:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Fairfield, CT
24 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
7 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 Woodbridge, CT to Greenwich, CT covers 47.4 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, Wilbur Cross Parkway, CT 8. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.7 miles from Woodbridge, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.63 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 47.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 miles (CT 63 / Amity Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Woodbridge, CT to Greenwich, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
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.
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