Spanning 108.7 miles across Connecticut, this trek from Greenwich to Mansfield City is a straightforward transit through the Northeast. You can expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of about $17, the journey is quite economical for solo travelers or small groups. Since the route is entirely contained within the state, you won't experience significant regional transitions, but the shift from the coastal southwest to the inland northeast provides a clear change in landscape. Given the manageable duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight excursion. It serves as a practical, highway-focused connection between two distinct parts of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.4 miles from Greenwich, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wilbur Cross Parkway
27 mi
33m
I 95
26.1 mi
35m
I 91
13.6 mi
15m
CT 2
10.6 mi
12m
Middletown Road
6.8 mi
7m
CT 8
5 mi
5m
Merritt Parkway
3 mi
4m
West Main Street
3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Wilbur Cross Parkway
— 27 mi, about 33m
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 Mansfield City, 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
27 mi·33 min·Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 65AToward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, MiddletownUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 91
14 mi·15 min·I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 25-26Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old WethersfieldUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 25Toward CT 3 North: GlastonburyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto CT 3
1.9 mi·2 min·CT 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 13 CToward CT 2 East: NorwichUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto CT 2
0.4 mi·33 sec·CT 2
20
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
10 mi·11 min·CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 15Toward CT 66: Willimantic, MiddletownUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft·11 sec
Toward CT 66 East: Hebron, Willimantic
23
Turn left onto CT 66
520 ft·6 sec·East Hampton Road
24
Continue on CT 66
2.2 mi·2 min·Hebron Road
25
Continue on CT 66
3.0 mi·3 min·West Main Street
26
Continue on CT 66
1.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
27
Continue on CT 66
6.8 mi·7 min·Middletown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·48 sec
Exit 89Toward CT 32: Stafford Springs, Willimantic
29
Turn sharp left onto CT 32
0.3 mi·21 sec·Main Street
30
Continue on CT 32
1.9 mi·2 min·Stafford Road
31
Turn right onto Browns Road
1.9 mi·7 min·Browns Road
32
Turn sharp left onto Mansfield City Road
9 ft·0 sec·Mansfield City Road
33
Arrive at destination
Mansfield City Road
Trip Plan
Because this 108.7-mile route relies heavily on major interstates, your biggest challenge will be managing traffic flow during peak commuting hours. Leaving early in the morning or mid-day is your best strategy to avoid delays on I-95 and I-91. Since you aren't planning for any scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to keep your $17 estimated fuel cost accurate. Being a relatively short drive of under two and a half hours, you have the flexibility to power through the entire distance without needing a formal break. Pay close attention to signage when transitioning between the Wilbur Cross Parkway and the interstate network to stay on track.
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 54.4 miles from Greenwich, CT, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 12m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mansfield City, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenwich, CT
This is one driving day of about 108.7 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 27 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 27 and 77.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
8
63.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
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 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middle...
8
77.3 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
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 25-26
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfiel...
9
77.5 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.22 one way
$38.43 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$21.05
$42.09
premium
$5.29
$22.63
$45.27
diesel
$5.35
$22.90
$45.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.6
0
$11.41
$5.22
Efficient EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
EV Truck/SUV
43.5
0
$15.22
$6.96
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Greenwich, CT
Afternoon
in Greenwich on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 3 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Mansfield City, CT
Afternoon
in Mansfield City on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Cloudy
NW 3 mph9% chanceLive forecast
74°F
Middlefield, CT
54 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
7 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
2h 24m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-paced experience, as roughly 80% of your travel time will be spent on major highways. You will navigate a combination of I-95, I-91, and the Wilbur Cross Parkway to bridge the gap between your starting point and your destination. The route features a significant 27-mile stretch on the Wilbur Cross Parkway, which represents the longest uninterrupted segment of your drive. Because this is a highway-focused itinerary, you should prepare for a consistent, steady flow of traffic rather than technical or winding local roads. The character of the drive is efficient and functional, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on Wilbur Cross Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 around 27 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 108.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 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
520 ft25 ft
Total Climb
888 ft
Total Descent
498 ft
Highest Point
520 ft
~101 mi in
Elevation Range
496 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 Mansfield City, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury, New Haven, Middletown, Old Wethersfield and Willimantic.
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 2h 24m. Total distance: 108.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway. 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 Mansfield City, CT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 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 Mansfield City, CT before heading back.
