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Trip from Barkhamsted, CT to Greenwich, CT

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

94.2 mi

152 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 57m ★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 94.7-mile journey from Barkhamsted, CT, to Greenwich, CT, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes to complete. Expect to navigate primarily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, making it a more engaged driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $15, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. Given its relatively short duration and the nature of the roads, this route is best suited for a leisurely day trip rather than requiring an overnight stay. You'll be staying within the Northeast region throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

47.1 miles from Barkhamsted, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CT 8 57.9 mi 1h 10m
I 95 26.1 mi 35m
New Hartford Road 3.2 mi 5m
East Hartland Road 1.7 mi 3m
Saville Dam Road 1.6 mi 3m
Hillcrest Drive 0.8 mi 1m
Ripley Hill Road 0.7 mi 1m
Pleasant Valley Road 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: CT 8 — 57.9 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Barkhamsted, CT and Greenwich, CT.

1

Start on CT 179

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Canton Road
2

Turn right onto Hillcrest Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hillcrest Drive
3

Turn left onto CT 219

1.7 mi · 3 min · East Hartland Road
4

Continue on CT 318

1.6 mi · 3 min · Saville Dam Road
5

At end of road, turn left onto CT 181; CT 318

0.7 mi · 1 min · Pleasant Valley Road
6

Turn slight right onto CT 318

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ripley Hill Road
7

At end of road, turn right onto US 44

3.2 mi · 5 min · New Hartford Road
8

Take the exit

230 ft · 5 sec
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
9

Merge onto CT 8

58 mi · 1 hr 10 min · CT 8
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 95

26 mi · 35 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Exit 3 Toward Arch Street Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto Arch Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Arch Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Turn straight onto Sound View Drive

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Sound View Drive
15

Turn slight right onto Field Point Road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Field Point Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Turn right onto West Elm Street

53 ft · 1 sec · West Elm Street
17

Arrive at destination

West Elm Street

Trip Plan

Given this route's 1 hour and 42-minute duration and 94.7-mile length, you have a lot of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving early in the morning could allow you to enjoy fewer turns and potentially less traffic, especially as you approach Greenwich. With a fuel cost estimated at just $15, you won't need to worry much about frequent refueling stops. Since there are no designated stops provided and the drive is relatively short, plan for spontaneous breaks as needed. A specific tip for this 'turn-heavy' route is to ensure your tires are properly inflated for optimal handling through the numerous curves.

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 47.1 miles from Barkhamsted, CT, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.9 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 21 miles or 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 47.1 miles or 1h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwich, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Barkhamsted, 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 Barkhamsted, CT

This is one driving day of about 94.2 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Barkhamsted, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 57.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Milford, CT

47 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

Waterbury, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Naugatuck, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.1 miles from Barkhamsted, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Café Noir

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Waterbury, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 33.7

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12037555301

Visit website

Rozzi's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Thomaston, Connecticut

2.2 mi

Maples Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Middlebury, Connecticut

2.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kickstart Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shelton, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.8

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+12035132106

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The Taste Garden Cafe and Catering

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Trumbull, Connecticut

0.9 mi

Café Noir

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 33.7

Waterbury, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12037555301

Visit website

Rozzi's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 26.9

Thomaston, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18604844488

Visit website

Maples Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 40.4

Middlebury, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12037582502

Visit website

99 Restaurants

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 20.2

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18604891299

Visit website

Venetian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 20.2

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+18604898592

Visit website

Fuji Japanese & Hibachi Steak Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 13.5

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18604829308

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Cristy's Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.5

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18604967330

Vinny's Restaurant & Pizza

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.2

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18604825551

Visit website

Kickstart Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.8

Shelton, Connecticut

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+12035132106

Visit website

The Taste Garden Cafe and Catering

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.6

Trumbull, Connecticut

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+12035028355

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

+12036619800

Visit website

AmpUp Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12034892601

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 13.5

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Skycharger Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

+18772591991

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ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 94.2

Greenwich, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 13.5

Torrington, Connecticut

+18887800062

Visit website

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 80.8

Norwalk, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12038990606

Visit website

Montgomery Pinetum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 94.2

Cos Cob, Connecticut

+12036227824

Visit website

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 67.3

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12033946565

Visit website

Holy Land USA Waterbury

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 40.4

Waterbury, Connecticut

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18553707770

Visit website

CT Audubon Birdcraft Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 74

Fairfield, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12032590416

Visit website

Connecticut Air & Space Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 67.3

Stratford, Connecticut

Hours: Closed

+12033451559

Visit website

Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 67.3

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12034163521

Visit website

Farmington River Tubing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 6.7

New Hartford, Connecticut

+18606936465

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 93.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
9.1 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
7
9.1 mi into trip | ~17m in | CT 8

Merge onto CT 8 toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
7
67 mi into trip | ~1h 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
93.5 mi into trip | ~2h 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
6
93.6 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in | Arch Street

Turn right onto Arch Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.16 one way

$30.33 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $16.69 $33.37
premium $4.86 $18.04 $36.08
diesel $5.61 $20.80 $41.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.3 0 $9.89 $4.52
Efficient EV 23.6 0 $8.24 $3.77
EV Truck/SUV 37.7 0 $13.19 $6.03

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Barkhamsted, CT

Night in Barkhamsted on Saturday

Local time

9:26 PM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenwich, CT

Night in Greenwich on Saturday

Local time

9:26 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°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

7 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 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.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' indicating a route that requires frequent steering adjustments and attention. You'll be covering 94.7 miles primarily on local roads like East Hartland Road and Pleasant Valley Road, with no highway segments to break up the local feel. This means you'll experience a continuous engagement with the road as you navigate through Connecticut. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests a consistently dynamic driving experience without long, straightaways.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.9 mi on CT 8.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 94.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Barkhamsted, CT to Greenwich, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.

Waterbury

9.1 mi in | ~17m

About the Cities

Arriving in Greenwich, CT

Full guide →

Greenwich is a town of about 60,000 in Fairfield County, southwestern Connecticut. It is one of the wealthiest communities in America and is blessed with lush and beautiful scenery and many large and impressive houses.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 57.9 miles on CT 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Greenwich, CT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwich, CT before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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