Origin
Milford, CT
Afternoon in Milford on Sunday
Local time
12:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, 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
14m
Distance
9.2 mi
15 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, CT
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Bridgeport, CT
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Trip Overview
Milford, CT to Bridgeport, CT is 9.2 miles and takes about 14m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Connecticut, making it a straightforward drive for locals or those passing through the Northeast. Given its minimal distance and duration, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or as part of a larger regional itinerary. Expect a straightforward journey with minimal time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Bridgeport Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Schoolhouse Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lafayette Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fairfield Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Golden Hill Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lafayette Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 6.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, CT and Bridgeport, CT.
1
Start on Factory Lane
53 ft
·
10 sec
·
Factory Lane
2
Turn left onto CT 162
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Broad Street
3
Continue on CT 162
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Golden Hill Street
4
Turn right onto CT 162
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Bridgeport Avenue
5
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bridgeport Avenue
6
Turn right onto Schoolhouse Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Schoolhouse Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
8
Merge onto I 95
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
329 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 27B-C
Toward Lafayette Boulevard, Harbor Yard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 27C
Toward Downtown Bridgeport, Lafayette Boulevard
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Lafayette Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lafayette Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn straight onto Lafayette Circle
240 ft
·
10 sec
·
Lafayette Circle
13
Turn right onto CT 130
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fairfield Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
CT 130
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 162 / Broad Street
Turn left onto CT 162 / Broad Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: New York City
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South: New York City
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
8.6 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
$1.48 one way
$2.96 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.03 | $4.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Bridgeport on Sunday
Local time
12:11 PM
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
1 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
14m 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 drive is primarily highway-focused, with 68% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 95. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 6.3 miles on I 95, offering a consistent driving pace. While the main part of the journey is on the interstate, you'll transition to local roads like Bridgeport Avenue and Broad Street as you approach your destination. The feel is generally that of a functional, direct connection between two points.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Bridgeport Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 162 / Broad 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 9.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 162 / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Milford, CT to Bridgeport, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Harbor Yard along the way.
Harbor Yard
8.5 mi in
|
~12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 9.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.3 miles on I 95. 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 162 / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.2 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.
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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