Origin
Enfield, CT
Late night in Enfield on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enfield, CT to New Haven, 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 8m
Distance
54.6 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enfield, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
This 54.6-mile drive from Enfield, CT, to New Haven, CT, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 8 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-91, this route is almost entirely highway, making it an efficient option for a day trip within Connecticut. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, it's an economical choice for getting between these two Northeast locations. The drive is focused on covering ground rather than extensive sightseeing, so it's best suited for travelers looking for a direct connection. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay; this trip is designed for expediency.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 51.6 mi | 1h 2m |
| Enfield Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| King Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Temple Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Trumbull Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Grove Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 51.6 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enfield, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Enfield Street
2
Continue on US 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
King Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
4
Merge onto I 91
52 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 3
Toward Trumbull Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto Trumbull Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Trumbull Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto Temple Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Temple Street
8
Turn right onto Grove Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Grove Street
9
Turn sharp left onto College Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
College Street
10
Arrive at destination
College Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Enfield, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 54.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South: Hartford
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Trumbull Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward Trumbull Street
5
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
Grove Street
Turn right onto Grove Street
Navigation decision point
6
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
College Street
Turn sharp left onto College Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.79 one way
$17.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.46 | $20.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
New Haven, CT
Late night in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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 8m 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 experience for 94% of this 54.6-mile route, primarily on I-91. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 51.6 miles on I-91, meaning you'll be in highway mode for the majority of your travel time. While Enfield Street and King Street are part of the initial and final segments, the bulk of the journey is on the interstate. This profile suggests a drive geared towards efficiency, with limited opportunities for spontaneous roadside exploration during the main part of the trip.
94% 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: 51.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Enfield Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 54.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.6 miles on I 91. 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 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail and 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 New Haven, 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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