Origin
Middletown, CT
Afternoon in Middletown on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, CT to North Stamford, 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 26m
Distance
63.7 mi
102 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 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middletown, CT
David Kanigan
North Stamford, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
This straightforward 63.7-mile drive from Middletown, CT, to North Stamford, CT, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it a perfect single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, it's an economical option for crossing Connecticut. The route primarily utilizes major roadways, offering a direct and efficient journey. You'll spend most of your time on highways, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. This trip is ideal for a quick transit within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 53.8 mi | 1h 8m |
| Meriden Road | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| High Ridge Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Stamford Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| I 91 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cascade Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 53.8 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, CT and North Stamford, CT.
1
Start on Washington Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on CT 66
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Meriden Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto I 91
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto CT 15
54 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto CT 137
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
High Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto North Stamford Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Stamford Road
11
Continue on North Stamford Road
475 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Stamford Road
12
Turn slight right onto Cascade Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cascade Road
13
Arrive at destination
Cascade Road
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 31.8 miles from Middletown, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 61.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
6.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 91 South, CT 15 South: New Haven
7
7.1 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
5
7.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
CT 15
Merge onto CT 15
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
61.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward CT 137: High Ridge Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.25 one way
$20.51 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.28 | $22.57 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
North Stamford, CT
Afternoon in North Stamford on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Partly Sunny
E 6 to 10 mph
0% chance
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 63.7-mile route, with 85% of the drive taking place on major roads like CT 15. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 53.8 miles on CT 15, allowing for a steady pace. While primarily highway, you'll also navigate segments on Meriden Road and Washington Street, which may offer a slight change of scenery before rejoining faster routes. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination with minimal detours.
85% 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: 53.8 mi on CT 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and Meriden Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.7 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 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.8 miles on CT 15. 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 North Stamford, 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 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 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 North Stamford, 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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