Origin
Danbury, CT
Late night in Danbury on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danbury, 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
51m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danbury, CT
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Stamford, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 30.7-mile drive from Danbury to Stamford, Connecticut, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 51 minutes. The route primarily utilizes US 7 and I-95, with 80% of the journey on highways, making it a quick and efficient connection within the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of around $5, this drive is budget-friendly. The overall feel is that of a focused highway journey, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this your go-to option for a simple, no-frills transit between these two Connecticut cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 17.3 mi | 29m |
| I 95 | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| Danbury Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Wooster Heights | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Miry Brook Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 17.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danbury, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Library Place
234 ft
·
13 sec
·
Library Place
2
Turn right onto CT 53
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto West Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Street
4
Turn left onto Division Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Division Street
5
Turn right onto Park Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
6
Turn left onto Delta Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Delta Avenue
7
At end of road, turn right onto Wooster Heights
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wooster Heights
8
Continue on Miry Brook Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Miry Brook Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
10
Merge onto US 7
14 mi
·
25 min
·
US 7
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on US 7
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 7
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Grist Mill Road
14
Turn left onto US 7
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 7
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 95
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North State Street
19
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Atlantic Street
20
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Danbury, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 29.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Wooster Heights
At end of road, turn right onto Wooster Heights
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 7
Merge onto US 7
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 7 / Danbury Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / Danbury Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
22.3 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
29.8 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
$4.94 one way
$9.88 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.88 | $11.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Norwalk, CT
15 mi in
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
17 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
51m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 80% of your travel occurring on faster roads like US 7 and I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.3 miles along US 7, allowing for a consistent pace. While the highway profile means speed, it also suggests a less varied landscape compared to more rural drives. You'll likely find yourself on a mix of well-maintained interstate and arterial roads, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. The drive's character is defined by its directness and the steady flow of highway traffic.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.3 mi on US 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near Wooster Heights.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (Wooster Heights): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 7): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (US 7 / Danbury Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Danbury, CT
Full guide →Danbury - nicknamed Hat City - is a city in the interior of Fairfield County, Connecticut, making it part of the Litchfield Hills region.
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 51m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.3 miles on US 7. 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 1.5 miles (Wooster Heights): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 7): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (US 7 / Danbury Road): 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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