Origin
Canton, CT
Late night in Canton on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, CT to Fairfield, 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 25m
Distance
67.5 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, CT
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Fairfield, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
This 67.5-mile drive from Canton to Fairfield, Connecticut, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. With 98% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward trip primarily utilizing CT 8, US 202, and I-95. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, making it a budget-friendly option for a single day trip. This route is ideal for a quick excursion within the Northeast region, perfect for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. You won't need an overnight stay to complete this journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 49.4 mi | 1h |
| US 202 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| I 95 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Albany Turnpike | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Mill Plain Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Post Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 49.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, CT and Fairfield, CT.
1
Start on US 44; US 202
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Albany Turnpike
2
Keep slight left at fork onto US 202
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 202
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 8 South: Waterbury
4
Merge onto CT 8
49 mi
·
1 hr
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 21
Toward Mill Plain Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Mill Plain Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 1
186 ft
·
3 sec
·
Post Road
10
Arrive at destination
US 1
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Canton, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 13 and 67.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward Mill Plain Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21
Toward Mill Plain Road
5
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Mill Plain Road
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.87 one way
$21.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.96 | $23.91 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.93 | $25.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Albany Turnpike
(1.7 mi)
$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$0
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.09 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.45 | $4.32 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Fairfield, CT
Late night in Fairfield on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip, with 98% of the route on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 49.4 miles, primarily on CT 8, allowing for a consistent pace. While largely on major arteries like US 202 and I-95, the character remains consistent, emphasizing forward momentum over varied scenery. This drive is about covering ground efficiently rather than a winding exploration.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.4 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and US 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near CT 8.
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 67.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 13 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 67.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.4 miles on CT 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Albany Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Fairfield, 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 13 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Fairfield, 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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