This 72.4-mile drive from Deep River, CT to Stamford, CT is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in just under 2 hours. It's an ideal day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option for a quick transit within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes I-95, making for a consistent driving experience. You'll find this trip to be a practical way to connect these two Connecticut locations without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from Deep River, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
62.4 mi
1h 22m
Horse Hill Road
2.5 mi
4m
Winthrop Road
2.4 mi
3m
Stevenstown Road
2.1 mi
3m
Elm Street
1.9 mi
3m
Atlantic Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North State Street
0.3 mi
<1m
River Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 62.4 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deep River, CT and Stamford, CT.
1
Start on River Street
14 ft·2 sec·River Street
2
Continue on CT 80
1.9 mi·3 min·Elm Street
3
Turn right onto CT 80
2.4 mi·3 min·Winthrop Road
4
Turn left onto CT 145
2.1 mi·3 min·Stevenstown Road
5
Continue on CT 145
2.5 mi·4 min·Horse Hill Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 95 South
7
Merge onto I 95
62 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 7Toward CT 137 North: Atlantic StreetUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North State Street
0.3 mi·47 sec·North State Street
10
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Atlantic Street
11
Arrive at destination
Atlantic Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 39-minute duration for the 72.4 miles, you have plenty of flexibility on when to depart. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic on I-95. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan to utilize service areas along I-95 for any necessary breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $12, and it's always wise to top up before embarking on longer interstate stretches like the 62.4-mile segment on I-95.
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 36.2 miles from Deep River, CT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.4 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stamford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deep River, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deep River, CT
This is one driving day of about 72.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Deep River, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 62.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 72 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.3 mi into trip|~6m in|CT 145 / Stevenstown Road
Turn left onto CT 145 / Stevenstown Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South
5
9.2 mi into trip|~15m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
71.5 mi into trip|~1h 37m 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
4
72 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|Atlantic Street
Turn right onto Atlantic Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.66 one way
$23.31 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.82
$25.65
premium
$4.86
$13.86
$27.73
diesel
$5.61
$15.99
$31.97
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: 25.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.7
0
$7.60
$3.48
Efficient EV
18.1
0
$6.34
$2.90
EV Truck/SUV
29
0
$10.14
$4.63
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Deep River, CT
Morning
in Deep River on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Stamford, CT
Morning
in Stamford on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 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.
Temperature spread
18 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 39m 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 62.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 86% of this route on high-speed roads. You'll encounter a significant 62.4-mile stretch on I-95, which means extended periods of consistent driving. While Horse Hill Road and Winthrop Road offer a brief departure from the interstate, the overall feel is one of efficient travel. This highway-focused profile suggests a drive designed more for getting from point A to point B quickly rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Horse Hill Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in near CT 145 / Stevenstown Road.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Deep River, CT to Stamford, CT is easy. At 1h 39m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles (CT 145 / Stevenstown Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Stamford, Connecticut is the fourth largest city in the state, a center of regional activity in Fairfield County, and a hub of the Metro New York area. Its position between NYC and the rest of Connecticut defines Stamford’s character. Stamford takes on a big-city atmosphere in its downtown and the adjacent neighborhoods, then transitions to a more traditional suburban small-town Connecticut atmosphere in its northern sections. Stamford plays an active role in the NYC metro and Fairfield County art and music scene. It also has one of the largest and most diverse selections of restaurants and shopping in Fairfield County. Many large corporations are headquartered in Stamford, so it hosts a large reverse-commute from New York City in addition to commuters from Connecticut and nearby Westchester County, New York.
The longest stretch is about 62.4 miles on I 95. 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: at 4.3 miles (CT 145 / Stevenstown Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.2 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 Stamford, CT before heading back.
