Origin
Kent, CT
Morning in Kent on Tuesday
Local time
9:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, CT to Bridgeport, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kent, CT
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Bridgeport, CT
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Trip Overview
This 47.1-mile journey from Kent to Bridgeport, Connecticut, is a straightforward 1 hour and 19-minute drive that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a relaxed way to travel within the Northeast region. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, which is quite manageable for this relatively short distance. Given its duration and the local road profile, this route is best enjoyed in one go, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pace. It's a practical option for a quick local excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 19.1 mi | 31m |
| Kent Road | 12.9 mi | 21m |
| Danbury Road | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Whisconier Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Currituck Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Federal Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hawleyville Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 19.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on this road
73 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto CT 341
81 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bridge Street
3
Turn right onto US 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on US 7
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Kent Road
5
Continue on US 7; US 202
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Danbury Road
6
Continue on US 7; US 202
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Federal Road
7
Turn left onto US 202
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Road
8
Turn left onto CT 25
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Whisconier Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on CT 25
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Hawleyville Road
10
Turn left onto Currituck Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Currituck Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn straight onto US 6; CT 25
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
12
At end of road, turn right
27 ft
·
7 sec
13
Turn left onto CT 25
18 mi
·
29 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 2A
Toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on this road
365 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
Exit 3
Toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Main Street South, East Washington Avenue
17
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto CT 130
4 ft
·
Fairfield Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
CT 130
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Kent, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.3 — 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
|
CT 341 / Bridge Street
Turn sharp left onto CT 341 / Bridge Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Turn left onto CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
27.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
CT 25 / Main Street
Turn left onto CT 25 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
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 2A
Toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
7
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Main Street South, East Washington Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Main Street South, East Washington Avenu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.58 one way
$15.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.34 | $16.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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
Bridgeport, CT
Morning in Bridgeport on Tuesday
Local time
9:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
17 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 19m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 47.1-mile trip, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The roads you'll be on include Main Street, Kent Road, and Danbury Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.1 miles on Main Street. This means you'll be actively navigating through towns and local scenery rather than cruising on high-speed highways. The drive progresses through a series of local roads, offering a more intimate connection with the Connecticut landscape.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.1 mi on Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 341 / Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 47.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 20.2 miles (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.9 miles (CT 25 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.1 miles on Main Street. 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 Bridgeport, 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 (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 20.2 miles (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.9 miles (CT 25 / Main Street): 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 Bridgeport, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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