Origin
Colebrook, CT
Night in Colebrook on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colebrook, CT to Stamford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
86.3 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colebrook, CT
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Stamford, CT
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Trip Overview
This 86.4-mile journey from Colebrook, CT to Stamford, CT will take approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $14, this drive is an economical option for exploring Connecticut. You'll primarily navigate local roads, enjoying a more intimate connection with the landscape rather than a high-speed highway experience. Since there are no designated stops and the longest stretch is not specified, you have the flexibility to create your own itinerary along the way. This route offers a straightforward passage within the Northeast region, ideal for a relaxed exploration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.2 miles from Colebrook, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 58 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 95 | 20.6 mi | 28m |
| Colebrook Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Coe Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Atlantic Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Smith Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 58 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colebrook, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Cooper Lane
65 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cooper Lane
2
Turn right onto Smith Hill Road
73 ft
·
12 sec
·
Smith Hill Road
3
Turn sharp left onto CT 183
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Colebrook Road
4
Continue on CT 183
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Coe Street
5
Turn left onto US 44; CT 183
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on CT 8
58 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
CT 8
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
21 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
11
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Atlantic Street
12
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 33-minute duration for this 86.4-mile trip, you have ample flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to enjoy less traffic on local roads like Smith Hill Road and Colebrook Road. With a fuel cost of around $14, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Since this is a turn-heavy route with no specified longest stretch, be sure to have your navigation ready to ensure you don't miss any necessary turns on your way to Stamford. Enjoy the freedom this shorter, local-road focused drive offers.
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 43.2 miles from Colebrook, CT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 58m 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 36m
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 Colebrook, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Colebrook, CT
This is one driving day of about 86.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Colebrook, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 58 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.2 miles from Colebrook, 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 0 and 85.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 183 / Colebrook Road
Turn sharp left onto CT 183 / Colebrook Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 44; CT 183 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 44; CT 183 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m 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
64.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
85.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m 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
$13.89 one way
$27.79 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.29 | $30.57 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.53 | $33.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Stamford, CT
Night in Stamford on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
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.
Temperature spread
5 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
1h 55m 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
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 77.5
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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway segments to speak of. You'll be traveling on roads like Smith Hill Road, Colebrook Road, and Coe Street, which means a more engaged driving experience. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches suggests frequent turns and a constantly changing environment. This type of driving is best suited for those who enjoy navigating smaller roads and appreciate a more direct interaction with the local scenery. It’s a continuous exploration of Connecticut’s byways.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 183 / Colebrook Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 55m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 183 / Colebrook Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.5 miles (US 44; CT 183 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 64.5 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.
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 Colebrook, CT to Stamford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
6.5 mi in
|
~14m
|
via CT 8
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 86.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58 miles on CT 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (CT 183 / Colebrook Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.5 miles (US 44; CT 183 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 64.5 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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