Origin
Fairfield, CT
Late night in Fairfield on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, CT to Easton, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, CT
David Kanigan
Easton, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit within Connecticut, the 10.1-mile journey from Fairfield to Easton is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a one-day trip. Since the entire route is comprised of local roads, you won't encounter any highway driving, which keeps the pace relaxed and predictable. Budgeting is simple for this short distance, as you can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel. Because both towns are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire drive. This route is best treated as a simple, direct connection rather than a destination-heavy excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Plain Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Sport Hill Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Merritt Parkway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Black Rock Turnpike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Center Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Brookside Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Samp Mortar Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Easton Turnpike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Plain Road
— 2.4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, CT and Easton, CT.
1
Start on US 1
186 ft
·
12 sec
·
Post Road
2
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mill Plain Road
3
Turn right onto Brookside Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brookside Drive
4
Turn straight onto Samp Mortar Drive
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Samp Mortar Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto CT 58
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Rock Turnpike
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward CT 15 North: New Haven
7
Merge onto CT 15
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 28
Toward CT 59: Fairfield, Easton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
328 ft
·
10 sec
·
Jefferson Street
10
Turn right onto CT 59
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Easton Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 59
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Sport Hill Road
12
Turn left onto Center Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Road
13
Turn left
23 ft
·
1 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mill Plain Road
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
Navigation decision point
5
5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward CT 59: Fairfield, Easton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28
Toward CT 59: Fairfield, Easton
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
CT 59 / Easton Turnpike
Turn right onto CT 59 / Easton Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.63 one way
$3.25 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.93 | $3.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Black Rock Turnpike
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Easton, CT
Late night in Easton on Sunday
Local time
4:00 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy experience as you navigate the local roads that define this short trip. You will spend the entirety of your 18-minute drive off the interstate, focusing on streets like Mill Plain Road, Brookside Drive, and Samp Mortar Drive. Because there is a 0% highway share, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace rather than a high-speed cruise. The road demands constant attention to the turns, providing a tactile experience that differs significantly from monotonous highway commuting. With no long, uninterrupted stretches, the route maintains a consistent, winding character from start to finish.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.4 mi on Mill Plain Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mill Plain Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Mill Plain Road): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.4 miles on Mill Plain Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.09 in tolls one way, starting with Black Rock 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.
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 (Mill Plain Road): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Easton, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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