Origin
Kent, CT
Morning in Kent on Tuesday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, CT to New Haven, 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 28m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 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 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
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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New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
This 49.9-mile drive from Kent to New Haven, Connecticut, is a straightforward 1 hour and 28 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate local roads like Kent Road and Oxford Road without any highway time, suggesting a more relaxed pace. With a fuel cost estimated at just $8, this is an economical option for exploring parts of the Northeast region. The route is noted as 'turn-heavy,' so be prepared for frequent navigation adjustments. Considering its short distance and duration, this trip is best enjoyed without an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Road | 12.9 mi | 21m |
| Oxford Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Southbury Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Amity Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Southford Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| New Milford Road West | 3 mi | 5m |
| Whalley Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Roxbury Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Kent Road
— 12.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, CT and New Haven, 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
Turn left onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bridge Street
6
Continue on CT 67
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Hill Road
7
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridgewater Road
8
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
New Milford Road West
9
Continue on CT 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Baker Road
10
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Wellers Bridge Road
11
Continue on Church Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Street
12
Turn right onto CT 67
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Southbury Road
13
Continue on CT 67
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Roxbury Road
14
Turn sharp right onto US 6; CT 67
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street North
15
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street North
16
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Southford Road
17
Continue on CT 67
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Oxford Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bank Street
19
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Derby Street
20
Continue on CT 67
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
New Haven Road
21
Continue on CT 67
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Seymour Road
22
Turn right onto CT 63
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Amity Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on CT 63
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Whalley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on Broadway
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn right onto College Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
College Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
College Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.8 — 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
4
19.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Wellers Bridge Road
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
27.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North
Turn sharp right onto US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
CT 63 / Amity Road
Turn right onto CT 63 / Amity Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
College Street
Turn right onto College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.03 one way
$16.07 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.84 | $17.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.56 | $19.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
New Haven, CT
Morning in New Haven on Tuesday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
18 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 28m 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 entire 49.9 miles, as this route has a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles along Kent Road. This suggests a journey characterized by varied speeds and frequent changes in direction, rather than a high-speed cruise. The local road nature means you'll likely experience the feel of passing through various Connecticut communities. This type of drive often offers a more intimate look at the landscape and local life.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on Kent Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 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
5/10
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 49.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 19.5 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
About the Cities
Arriving in New Haven, CT
Full guide →New Haven is a city in Connecticut that is best known as the home of Yale University.
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 1h 28m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on Kent Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 19.5 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Haven, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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