Origin
New Milford, CT
Afternoon in New Milford on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Milford, CT to New Haven, 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 4m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Milford, CT
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New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
New Milford, CT to New Haven, CT is 35.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 4 minutes via Oxford Road and Southbury Road, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive primarily on surface roads, making it ideal for a quick transfer or a relaxed half-day excursion. You won't be dealing with major highway speeds, so expect a more local feel as you make your way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Seymour Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Oxford Road
— 6.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Milford, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on US 202
176 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Street
2
Turn left onto CT 67
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Hill Road
3
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridgewater Road
4
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
New Milford Road West
5
Continue on CT 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Baker Road
6
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Wellers Bridge Road
7
Continue on Church Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Street
8
Turn right onto CT 67
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Southbury Road
9
Continue on CT 67
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Roxbury Road
10
Turn sharp right onto US 6; CT 67
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street North
11
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street North
12
Continue on CT 67
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Southford Road
13
Continue on CT 67
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Oxford Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on CT 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bank Street
15
Continue on CT 67
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Derby Street
16
Continue on CT 67
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
New Haven Road
17
Continue on CT 67
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Seymour Road
18
Turn right onto CT 63
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Amity Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on CT 63
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Whalley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on Broadway
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto College Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
College Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
College Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from New Milford, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 35.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 67 / Prospect Hill Road
Turn left onto CT 67 / Prospect Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Wellers Bridge Road
Turn right onto Wellers Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
29.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
CT 63 / Amity Road
Turn right onto CT 63 / Amity Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
35.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
College Street
Turn right onto College Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.76 one way
$11.53 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.34 | $12.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.86 | $13.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers
SE 2 to 7 mph
38% chance
Live forecast
56°F
Oxford, CT
18 mi in
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
3 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 4m 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?
This route is entirely on surface roads, meaning you won't encounter any highway driving. The longest continuous stretch without a turn or exit is 6.1 miles on Oxford Road. You'll be navigating through local areas, so be prepared for typical surface road conditions, which may include traffic lights and intersections, rather than high-speed cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on Oxford Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 67 / Prospect Hill Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 67 / Prospect Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
About the Cities
Starting in New Milford, CT
Full guide →New Milford is a historic New England town on the western side of Connecticut. It is the largest town in the state (62 square miles) and is just under 2 hours away from New York City.
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 4m. Total distance: 35.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on Oxford 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 67 / Prospect Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (Wellers Bridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 6; CT 67 / Main Street North): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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