Origin
Burlington, CT
Late night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Burlington, CT to Stamford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
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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Stamford, CT
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Trip Overview
This 71.1-mile drive from Burlington to Stamford, Connecticut, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. The route primarily utilizes CT 8 and I-95, with a significant 67% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this drive is budget-friendly. You'll experience a highway-focused journey as you travel within the Northeast region, staying entirely within Connecticut. It's a straightforward trip that doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.6 miles from Burlington, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| I 95 | 20.6 mi | 28m |
| 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 Stamford, 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
21 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
23
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Atlantic Street
24
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 40-minute drive, leaving early in the morning is advisable to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Stamford. Since the total distance is only 71.1 miles and the fuel cost is around $12, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. While there are no specified stops in the data, plan for a brief break if needed, perhaps after the 26.6-mile stretch on CT 8. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you near your destination, though the short duration makes this less of a concern.
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 35.6 miles from Burlington, CT, or about 53m 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 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.6 miles or 53m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 71.1 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 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
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 20.1 and 70.3 — 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
5
49.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.45 one way
$22.89 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.59 | $25.19 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.62 | $27.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Stamford, CT
Late night in Stamford on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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 40m 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...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 61.3
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 drive for most of this 71.1-mile route, with 67% of it on faster-paced roads like CT 8 and I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.6 miles on CT 8, offering a good period of steady driving. While largely a highway experience, the inclusion of roads like Wolcott Road suggests some transitions between faster and potentially more local road segments. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic winding roads.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 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 71.1 miles you will encounter 12 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 71.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). 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 Stamford, 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 Stamford, 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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