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Summer Road Trips in Connecticut

Routes

30

Avg Distance

113 mi

Avg Drive

2h 25m

Destinations

24

Connecticut in the summer offers a variety of scenic drives, with 30 routes averaging 113 miles and 145 minutes. These trips feature a drive score range of 8-9 and max elevations up to 1453 feet, with excellent EV charger coverage on some routes. Enjoy the longer daylight hours and access to state parks as you explore.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.23/gal

Diesel: $5.60/gal

Typical trip cost

$17–$23

One-way, ~113 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~40 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31

Climate through the year: Connecticut

Connecticut peaks at around 85°F in Jul and cools to 35°F / 19°F in Jan. Wettest month is Oct at ~4.5 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 35 19 3.3 14.2
Feb 39 21 3.1 14.8
Mar 47 28 3.8 9.4
Apr 61 38 3.9 1.1
May 72 48 3.8 —
Jun peak 80 58 4.3 —
Jul peak 85 63 4.2 —
Aug peak 83 62 4.2 —
Sep 76 54 4.4 —
Oct 64 42 4.5 0.7
Nov 52 33 3.5 1.4
Dec 41 25 4.1 10.1

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for CT — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Connecticut that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 113 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.23/gallon in Connecticut (week of 2026-08-31). Diesel: $5.60/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $17 and $23. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Jun, Jul, Aug, Connecticut typically sees daytime highs in the 80–85°F range with about 4.2 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Moosup, CT → Williamstown, MA

137.5 mi 3h 12m Score: 9/10 ~$23 fuel

Through: Albany → Pittsfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route stands out with a drive score of 9 and access to parks, reaching a maximum elevation of 1453 feet across its 137.5 miles. Its excellent EV coverage makes for a smooth summer excursion.

Editor's pick

Greenwich, CT → Thompson, CT

137.3 mi 2h 50m Score: 8/10 ~$23 fuel

Through: Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting a drive score of 8, this 137.3-mile trip offers a mostly flat terrain with a modest maximum elevation of 583 feet. It also provides access to parks, ideal for a summer outing.

Editor's pick

North Stamford, CT → Thompson, CT

132.3 mi 2h 44m Score: 8/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: New London → Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

With a drive score of 8 and a maximum elevation of 583 feet, this 132.3-mile option features mostly flat terrain. It includes park access, perfect for summer exploration.

Putnam, CT → Stamford, CT

127.9 mi 2h 38m Score: 8/10 ~$21 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Greenwich, CT → Danielson, CT

125.4 mi 2h 36m Score: 8/10 ~$21 fuel

Through: Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fairfield, CT → Newport, RI

124.8 mi 2h 43m Score: 8/10 ~$21 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → East Brooklyn, CT

121.1 mi 2h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$20 fuel

Through: New London → Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Danielson, CT

119.8 mi 2h 29m Score: 8/10 ~$20 fuel

Through: Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Sterling, CT

116.7 mi 2h 30m Score: 8/10 ~$19 fuel

Through: New London → Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fairfield, CT → Thompson, CT

115.1 mi 2h 19m Score: 8/10 ~$19 fuel

Through: Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Brooklyn, CT

115 mi 2h 28m Score: 9/10 ~$19 fuel

Through: Middletown → Old Wethersfield → Willimantic

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Thompson, CT → Bridgeport, CT

110.9 mi 2h 14m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Eastford, CT

110.8 mi 2h 27m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven → Mansfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Plainfield, CT

110 mi 2h 19m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Greenwich, CT → Jewett City, CT

109.4 mi 2h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Hampton, CT

109.1 mi 2h 20m Score: 9/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Middletown → Old Wethersfield → Willimantic

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Voluntown, CT

109.1 mi 2h 20m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Plainfield → Pachaug

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Greenwich, CT → Mansfield City, CT

108.7 mi 2h 24m Score: 9/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven → Middletown +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Scotland, CT

108.3 mi 2h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Plainfield → Taftville

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Greenwich, CT → Stafford Springs, CT

107.3 mi 2h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Killingly Center, CT → Fairfield, CT

106.3 mi 2h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Chaplin, CT

106.2 mi 2h 17m Score: 9/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Middletown → Old Wethersfield → Willimantic

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Ashford, CT

105.2 mi 2h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$18 fuel

Through: Mansfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Jewett City, CT

104.4 mi 2h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: New London → Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Stafford, CT

104.1 mi 2h 16m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Danbury, CT → Pawcatuck, CT

104 mi 2h 14m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: New Haven → Providence

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → North Stonington, CT

103.5 mi 2h 15m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: New London

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stamford, CT → Mansfield City, CT

103.1 mi 2h 17m Score: 9/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven → Middletown +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

North Stamford, CT → Baltic, CT

103 mi 2h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: New London → Plainfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Norwalk, CT → Hampton, CT

102.9 mi 2h 11m Score: 9/10 ~$17 fuel

Through: Waterbury → New Haven → Middletown +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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