Origin
Marlborough, CT
Late night in Marlborough on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marlborough, CT to Bridgeport, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
64.2 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marlborough, CT
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Bridgeport, CT
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Trip Overview
Marlborough, CT to Bridgeport, CT is 64.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via CT 15, I-91, and CT 2, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within Connecticut. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, making it a quick connection between two points in the Northeast region. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss. It's a practical drive, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 29.8 mi | 37m |
| I 91 | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| CT 2 | 11 mi | 12m |
| CT 8 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| CT 3 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Hampton Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fairfield Avenue | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 29.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlborough, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on CT 66
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Hampton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
3
Merge onto CT 2
11 mi
·
12 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Exit 5D
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
6
Continue on CT 3
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91 South: New Haven
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 91
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto CT 15
30 mi
·
37 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward CT 8 South, CT 108 South: Bridgeport
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto CT 8
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 8
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 2A
Toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on this road
365 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
Exit 3
Toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Main Street South, East Washington Avenue
19
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
20
Turn right onto CT 130
4 ft
·
Fairfield Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
CT 130
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Marlborough, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 11.5 and 63.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
11.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
7
28.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
7
28.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 15 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 15 South
8
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
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 34
Toward CT 8, CT 108: Bridgeport, Waterbury
8
63.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.34 one way
$20.67 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Late night in Bridgeport on Sunday
Local time
12:37 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
15 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 21m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like the 29.8 miles on CT 15, offering a consistent pace. The character is predominantly that of an interstate commute, characterized by higher speeds and limited scenic variation. Expect to be on well-maintained, multi-lane highways for the vast majority of your journey. This means fewer distractions and a predictable driving experience.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.8 mi on CT 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Marlborough, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
58.7 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 64.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.8 miles on CT 15. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 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 11.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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