Origin
Burlington, CT
Late night in Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
4:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Burlington, CT to Greenwich, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
76.5 mi
123 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, CT
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Greenwich, CT
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Trip Overview
This 76.5-mile drive from Burlington to Greenwich, Connecticut, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes. Primarily a highway-focused journey, about 70% of your trip will be on major roadways like CT 8 and I-95. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this route is an efficient way to travel within the Northeast region. It offers a straightforward path, making it a convenient option for a quick transit or a day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The direct nature of this drive means you'll spend most of your time covering ground on well-trafficked roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Burlington, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| I 95 | 26.1 mi | 35m |
| Wolcott Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Milford Street | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Burlington Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Wolcott Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 26.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, CT and Greenwich, CT.
1
Start on this road
18 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CT 4
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spielman Highway
3
Turn left onto CT 69
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Milford Street
4
Continue on CT 69
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Burlington Avenue
5
Turn right onto US 6; CT 69
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Street
6
Continue on CT 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on CT 69
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolcott Street
8
Turn straight onto CT 69
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Wolcott Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on CT 69
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolcott Street
10
Turn left onto CT 69
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Stillson Road
11
Continue on CT 69
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Woodtick Road
12
Continue on CT 69
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Meriden Road
13
Continue on CT 69
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Silver Street Expressway
14
Continue on Washington Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Waterbury Road
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Waterbury Road
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
18
Merge onto CT 8
27 mi
·
32 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 95
26 mi
·
35 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 3
Toward Arch Street
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto Arch Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Arch Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto Sound View Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Sound View Drive
24
Turn slight right onto Field Point Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Field Point Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto West Elm Street
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Elm Street
26
Arrive at destination
West Elm Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this 76.5-mile trip offers flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, though an early start will help you avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Greenwich. With no planned stops in the data, you can make your own based on the 26.6-mile stretch on CT 8 or other points that suit your needs. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $12, so plan your refueling accordingly. A practical tip is to monitor traffic on I-95 as you get closer to your destination, as it can become a significant factor in your final travel time.
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 38.3 miles from Burlington, CT, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 56m 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 31m
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 Burlington, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Burlington, CT
This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Burlington, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 26.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Burlington, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 20.1 and 75.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
20.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m 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
75.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
Arch Street
Turn right onto Arch Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.32 one way
$24.63 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $13.55 | $27.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.89 | $33.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.71 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Greenwich, CT
Late night in Greenwich on Tuesday
Local time
4:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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.
Road read
1h 48m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Weir Farm National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 60.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 76.5-mile trip. With 70% of the drive on highways, including CT 8 and I-95, you'll encounter stretches designed for steady progress. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 26.6 miles on CT 8, offering a good period of consistent driving. While the profile suggests a highway-centric route, be aware that segments on roads like Wolcott Road will introduce local traffic and potentially slower speeds. This blend means you'll transition between efficient highway travel and more typical road conditions.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 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 20.1 miles in near South Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.5 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 20.1 miles (South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Greenwich, CT
Full guide →Founded 1640
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.
Top landmarks
- • Great Captain Island Light — lighthouse built 1868 in Connecticut, United States
- • William E. Ward House — historic house located near Rye Brook, New York, United States
- • Bruce Museum of Arts and Science — museum in Greenwich, Connecticut
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 1h 48m. Total distance: 76.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.1 miles (South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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