Greenwich to Berlin is 70.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 32 minutes via Wilbur Cross Parkway and I-95, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region further into the same state. Expect a straightforward drive that's almost entirely on major roadways, making it a simple transit between two points. It’s a quick hop that doesn't require extensive planning for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.1 miles from Greenwich, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wilbur Cross Parkway
30.4 mi
37m
I 95
26.1 mi
35m
CT 8
5 mi
5m
Merritt Parkway
3 mi
4m
Berlin Turnpike
2.9 mi
3m
Worthington Ridge
0.3 mi
<1m
Field Point Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Arch Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Wilbur Cross Parkway
— 30.4 mi, about 37m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~4,341 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~657 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 5 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwich, CT and Berlin, CT.
1
Start on West Elm Street
53 ft·5 sec·West Elm Street
2
Turn left onto Field Point Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·Field Point Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn slight left onto Sound View Drive
0.2 mi·23 sec·Sound View Drive
4
Continue on Arch Street
0.2 mi·35 sec·Arch Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
6
Merge onto I 95
26 mi·35 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 27AToward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, WaterburyUse the right lane.
8
Continue on CT 8; CT 25
3.2 mi·3 min·CT 8; CT 25
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8
1.8 mi·2 min·CT 8
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 6Toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New HavenUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto CT 15
3.0 mi·4 min·Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on CT 15
30 mi·37 min·Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 5; CT 15
2.9 mi·3 min·Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Middletown Road
0.2 mi·21 sec·Middletown Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto Worthington Ridge
0.3 mi·43 sec·Worthington Ridge
16
Arrive at destination
Worthington Ridge
Trip Plan
Given the short drive time of just over an hour and a half, you have the flexibility to leave whenever is most convenient. You can easily complete this trip in one day without needing to stop for an overnight stay. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $12; filling up before you leave Greenwich or shortly after departing will ensure you have plenty. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps after the 30.4-mile stretch on Wilbur Cross Parkway.
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 35.1 miles from Greenwich, CT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.4 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 48m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berlin, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwich, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenwich, CT
This is one driving day of about 70.1 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Greenwich, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Wilbur Cross Parkway for about 30.4 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Field Point Road
Turn left onto Field Point Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
27 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
6
30.8 mi into trip|~41m in|CT 8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8 toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
8
32.6 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
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 6
Toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.39 one way
$24.78 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$13.57
$27.15
premium
$5.29
$14.60
$29.19
diesel
$5.35
$14.77
$29.53
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Berlin Turnpike
(2.9 mi)$0.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21
0
$7.36
$3.36
Efficient EV
17.5
0
$6.13
$2.80
EV Truck/SUV
28
0
$9.81
$4.49
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 May 21, 2026
Origin
Greenwich, CT
Afternoon
in Greenwich on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
S 1 to 8 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Berlin, CT
Afternoon
in Berlin on Wednesday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 1 to 5 mph12% chanceLive forecast
45°F
Fairfield, CT
35 mi in
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 32m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 14.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 96% of the drive on highways, you'll spend most of your time on major roads like Wilbur Cross Parkway and I-95. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 30.4 miles, primarily on the Wilbur Cross Parkway. You'll transition to surface roads for the final portion of the trip as you approach Berlin. Be prepared for a high volume of exits and potential merging traffic as you navigate these primary arteries.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.4 mi on Wilbur Cross Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Wilbur Cross Parkway and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Field Point Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Field Point Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
218 ft23 ft
Total Climb
423 ft
Total Descent
422 ft
Highest Point
218 ft
~65.1 mi in
Elevation Range
195 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenwich, CT and Berlin, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
Greenwich is a town of about 60,000 in Fairfield County, southwestern Connecticut. It is one of the wealthiest communities in America and is blessed with lush and beautiful scenery and many large and impressive houses.
Top landmarks
•Great Captain Island Light — lighthouse built 1868 in Connecticut, United States
•William E. Ward House — historic house located near Rye Brook, New York, United States
•Bruce Museum of Arts and Science — museum in Greenwich, Connecticut
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 70.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.4 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.20 in tolls one way, starting with Berlin 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 — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Berlin, 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 (Field Point Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Berlin, CT before heading back.
