Fairfield, CT to Montville, CT is 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 41m via I 95 and I 395, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Connecticut, making it a convenient same-day trip. You'll primarily be on major highways, so expect a straightforward journey with minimal navigation challenges. The total distance is manageable, allowing for a relaxed pace. This route is a good option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Fairfield, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
60.1 mi
1h 14m
I 395
6.5 mi
7m
Oakdale Road
2.9 mi
6m
Forbes Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Meeting House Lane
1 mi
4m
Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi
2m
Frontage Road
0.7 mi
<1m
Mill Plain Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, CT and Montville, CT.
1
Start on US 1
186 ft·12 sec·Post Road
2
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Mill Plain Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 95 North
4
Merge onto I 95
22 mi·30 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·1 min
Exit 46Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
0.9 mi·2 min·Long Wharf Drive
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Street
8
Turn right onto US 1
0.1 mi·9 sec·Water Street
9
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi·2 min·Forbes Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi·48 sec·Frontage Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 95 North
12
Merge onto I 95
38 mi·44 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 395
6.5 mi·7 min·I 395
Exit 76Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·52 sec
Exit 6Toward CT 163: Uncasville, Montville
15
Turn right onto CT 163
294 ft·5 sec·Palmertown Road
16
Continue on CT 163
2.9 mi·6 min·Oakdale Road
17
Continue on Meeting House Lane
1.0 mi·4 min·Meeting House Lane
18
At end of road, turn right onto Raymond Hill Road
15 ft·0 sec·Raymond Hill Road
19
Arrive at destination
Raymond Hill Road
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour and a half, you have the flexibility to leave at almost any time. Consider an early morning departure to avoid potential midday traffic on I 95. Your fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you begin, as there are no specific stops noted for this short journey. The longest stretch is over 60 miles on I 95, so plan your personal needs before you get onto that section.
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 37.4 miles from Fairfield, CT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montville, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairfield, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fairfield, CT
This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Fairfield, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 60.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 70.5 — 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|Mill Plain Road
Turn left onto Mill Plain Road
Navigation decision point
8
22.5 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward Long Wharf Drive, Sargent Drive
6
22.7 mi into trip|~32m in|Long Wharf Drive
Turn left onto Long Wharf Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
64.1 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|I 395
Take the exit onto I 395 toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 76
Toward I 395 North: Norwich, Plainfield
6
70.5 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward CT 163: Uncasville, Montville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward CT 163: Uncasville, Montville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.03 one way
$24.05 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.23
$26.46
premium
$4.86
$14.30
$28.61
diesel
$5.61
$16.49
$32.99
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: 26.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.4
0
$7.84
$3.59
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.54
$2.99
EV Truck/SUV
29.9
0
$10.46
$4.78
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Fairfield, CT
Late night
in Fairfield on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Montville, CT
Late night
in Montville on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
4 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
1h 41m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 60.1 miles on I 95, offering a consistent, fast-paced travel experience. The journey transitions to I 395 and then Oakdale Road, which may offer a slight change in scenery or pace as you approach your destination. Overall, expect a predominantly high-speed environment designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. You will hit about 12 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 Effort6/10
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 74.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.7 miles (Long Wharf Drive): 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.
On the drive from Fairfield, CT to Montville, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Plainfield along the way.
Plainfield
64.1 mi in|~1h 22m|via I 395
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 74.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.1 miles on I 95. 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 Montville, 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: near the start (Mill Plain Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.7 miles (Long Wharf Drive): 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 Montville, CT before heading back.
