Road Trips from New Haven, CT
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
25
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
22
Under 2 hours
25 total in this range
East Hampton, CT
52m35.3 mi one way
Meriden, CT
28m19.6 mi one way
Winsted, CT
1h 9m51.2 mi one way
Watertown, CT
42m26.8 mi one way
Waterbury, CT
34m22.9 mi one way
Browse by Mood
East Hampton, CT
52m35.3 mi one way
Meriden, CT
28m19.6 mi one way
Winsted, CT
1h 9m51.2 mi one way
Watertown, CT
42m26.8 mi one way
Danbury, CT
59m34.8 mi one way
New Milford, CT
1h 4m36 mi one way
Greenwich, CT
1h 4m45.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
Starting Somewhere Else?
Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.
Ready to plan?
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