Lisbon to Bridgeport is 80.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 41 minutes via I 95, I 395, and South Burnham Highway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is best suited for a single-day journey. It's a straightforward drive, primarily utilizing major interstates, making it a functional option for getting between these two locations efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Lisbon, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
59.1 mi
1h 14m
I 395
19.4 mi
21m
South Burnham Highway
1.1 mi
1m
Lafayette Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Fairfield Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Newent Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Lafayette Circle
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on this road
338 ft·26 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right
287 ft·27 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto CT 138
0.2 mi·23 sec·Newent Road
4
Turn left onto CT 138; CT 169
1.1 mi·1 min·South Burnham Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
6
Merge onto I 395
19 mi·21 min·I 395
7
Merge onto I 95
59 mi·1 hr 14 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
329 ft·8 sec
Exit 27B-CToward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor YardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 27CToward Downtown Bridgeport, Lafayette BoulevardUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Lafayette Boulevard
0.3 mi·39 sec·Lafayette Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn straight onto Lafayette Circle
240 ft·10 sec·Lafayette Circle
12
Turn right onto CT 130
0.2 mi·23 sec·Fairfield Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
CT 130
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, this route offers considerable flexibility for departure. Leaving mid-morning should allow you to avoid the worst of any commuter traffic and still arrive with plenty of daylight. Given the short distance, you likely won't need extensive breaks, but it's wise to take advantage of the service areas along I 95 if nature calls or you need to stretch your legs. Be aware that most of this drive is on limited-access highways, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, as exits can be spaced out.
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 40.4 miles from Lisbon, CT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.1 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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lisbon, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lisbon, CT
This is one driving day of about 80.8 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Lisbon, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 59.1 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 80.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|CT 138 / Newent Road
At end of road, turn left onto CT 138 / Newent Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
21 mi into trip|~25m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
80 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27B-C
Toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
10
80.1 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Bridgeport, Lafayette Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 27C
Toward Downtown Bridgeport, Lafayette Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.01 one way
$26.02 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.31
$28.62
premium
$4.86
$15.47
$30.95
diesel
$5.61
$17.84
$35.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.48
$3.88
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.07
$3.23
EV Truck/SUV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Lisbon, CT
Morning
in Lisbon on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bridgeport, CT
Morning
in Bridgeport on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Westbrook, CT
40 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
16 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 41m 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.
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 80.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the journey on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I 95, including one uninterrupted stretch of 59.1 miles. The route largely consists of interstate driving, offering a consistent pace for most of the trip. This means fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops, but a predictable and generally swift travel experience.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 395. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 80.8 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CT 138 / Newent Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 21 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 80.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CT 138 / Newent Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 21 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
