Origin
Greenwich, CT
Late night in Greenwich on Thursday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwich, CT to Rockville, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 10, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
95.4 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwich, CT
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Rockville, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Greenwich, CT to Rockville, CT is 95.4 miles and takes about 2h 5m via Wilbur Cross Parkway and I 95, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Connecticut, traveling north through the Northeast region. Most of this drive utilizes major highways, making it a relatively straightforward trip. If you're looking for a quick connection between these two points in CT, this route should get you there efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.7 miles from Greenwich, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 30.4 mi | 37m |
| I 95 | 26.1 mi | 35m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 15.7 mi | 20m |
| I 84 | 8 mi | 9m |
| CT 8 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Merritt Parkway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Talcottville Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Union Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Wilbur Cross Parkway
— 30.4 mi, about 37m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 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
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Rockville, 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 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Use 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 6
Toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
Use 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
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 64-65
Toward CT 30, CT 83: Vernon Center, Rockville
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 64
Toward CT 30 South, CT 83: Talcottville, Rockville
Use the slight left lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 83 North: Rockville, Ellington
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto CT 83
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Talcottville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on CT 74; CT 83
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Windsor Avenue
21
Continue on CT 74; CT 83
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto West Main Street
81 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day trip covering 95.4 miles, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning could help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic. You'll be on the road for just over two hours, so a dedicated stop might not be necessary, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Rockville, as it's a good idea to refuel before you arrive. The $16 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices. Remember that the majority of this drive is on highways, so plan your exits accordingly.
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 47.7 miles from Greenwich, CT, or about 1h 4m 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 1h 4m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockville, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Greenwich, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 95.4 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.7 miles from Greenwich, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 27 and 90.9 — 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
90.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward CT 30, CT 83: Vernon Center, Rockville
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 64-65
Toward CT 30, CT 83: Vernon Center, Rockville
9
90.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 30 South, CT 83: Talcottville, Rockville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 64
Toward CT 30 South, CT 83: Talcottville, Rockvi...
9
90.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 83 North: Rockville, Ellington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 83 North: Rockville, Ellington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.24 one way
$32.48 round trip
$4.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.79 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
| premium | $5.16 | $19.38 | $38.77 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $22.41 | $44.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.10
Berlin Turnpike
(15.7 mi)
$1.10
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
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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
Rockville, CT
Late night in Rockville on Thursday
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
40 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 5m 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?
With 92% of this route on highways, expect a predominantly high-speed experience. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 30.4 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway before transitioning. The frequent exits and merging traffic indicate a busy highway environment for most of the drive.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 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?
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 Effort
10/10
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 14 significant decision points across 95.4 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 90.4 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
390 ft
18 ft
Total Climb
810 ft
Total Descent
516 ft
Highest Point
390 ft
~95.4 mi in
Elevation Range
372 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Rockville, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
Waterbury
27 mi in
|
~37m
New Haven
30.8 mi in
|
~41m
|
via CT 8
About the Cities
Starting in Greenwich, CT
Full guide →Founded 1640
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
Arriving in Rockville, CT
Full guide →“Loom City”
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 95.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). 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 $1.10 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.
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 Rockville, 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 90.4 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 Rockville, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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