North Stamford, CT to Bloomfield, CT is 81.1 miles and takes about 1h 49m via Wilbur Cross Parkway and I 91, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a predominantly highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option for a quick day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major parkways and interstates, so expect a consistent driving pace. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without a lot of scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.6 miles from North Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wilbur Cross Parkway
27 mi
33m
Merritt Parkway
26.7 mi
35m
I 91
17.9 mi
21m
Granby Street
2.2 mi
4m
High Ridge Road
1.7 mi
3m
Albany Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Park Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Cottage Grove Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Wilbur Cross Parkway
— 27 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Stamford, CT and Bloomfield, CT.
1
Start on Cascade Road
139 ft·6 sec·Cascade Road
2
Turn straight onto North Stamford Road
475 ft·18 sec·North Stamford Road
3
Continue on North Stamford Road
0.2 mi·50 sec·North Stamford Road
4
Turn left onto CT 137
1.7 mi·3 min·High Ridge Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
6
Merge onto CT 15
27 mi·35 min·Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 15
27 mi·33 min·Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 65AToward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, MiddletownUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 91
18 mi·21 min·I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
0.2 mi·22 sec·I 91
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·29 sec
Exit 32A-32BToward I 84 West: Waterbury, Trumbull StreetUse the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·31 sec
Toward I 91 North: Trumbull Street, Springfield
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 32BToward Trumbull StreetUse the slight left lane.
14
Continue on Trumbull Street
0.2 mi·22 sec·Trumbull Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 44
0.2 mi·20 sec·Main Street
16
Continue on US 44
1.6 mi·2 min·Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Westbourne Parkway
0.2 mi·21 sec·Westbourne Parkway
18
Turn left onto Granby Street
2.2 mi·4 min·Granby Street
19
Turn left onto CT 218
0.4 mi·56 sec·Cottage Grove Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn right onto Tyler Street
0.3 mi·51 sec·Tyler Street
21
Turn left onto CT 178
0.9 mi·1 min·Park Avenue
22
Turn left
91 ft·12 sec
23
Turn left
214 ft·15 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 49 minutes, this is definitely a same-day trip. You can depart anytime, but leaving in the morning or early afternoon will give you plenty of daylight. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can make a quick fuel or restroom break as needed, keeping in mind the $13 fuel cost. The longest stretch is 27 miles on the Wilbur Cross Parkway, so plan accordingly for your first potential break point. With its highway focus, this route is best tackled when you prioritize reaching your destination efficiently.
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 40.6 miles from North Stamford, CT, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomfield, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Stamford, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Stamford, CT
This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from North Stamford, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Wilbur Cross Parkway for about 27 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 74.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip|~5m in|CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
56 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
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 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middle...
8
74.3 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Waterbury, Trumbull Street
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 32A-32B
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury, Trumbull Street
6
74.6 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 North: Trumbull Street, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Trumbull Street, Springfield
8
74.9 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Trumbull Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 32B
Toward Trumbull Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.06 one way
$26.11 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.36
$28.73
premium
$4.86
$15.53
$31.06
diesel
$5.61
$17.91
$35.81
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: 28.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.3
0
$8.52
$3.89
Efficient EV
20.3
0
$7.10
$3.24
EV Truck/SUV
32.4
0
$11.35
$5.19
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 15, 2026
Origin
North Stamford, CT
Late night
in North Stamford on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bloomfield, CT
Late night
in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 49m 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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 11.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is an 88% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll be on major roads for the vast majority of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27 miles on the Wilbur Cross Parkway. You'll start on parkways, which generally offer a more pleasant driving experience than a typical interstate, before transitioning to I-91. The progression is mostly consistent, with the highway character dominating the entire trip. Expect a steady pace without many opportunities for slower, scenic cruising.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on Wilbur Cross Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Wilbur Cross Parkway and Merritt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near CT 15 / Merritt Parkway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.1 miles you will encounter 19 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 2.3 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Stamford, CT and Bloomfield, CT, road signs point toward Middletown and Springfield.
Middletown
56 mi in|~1h 13m
Springfield
74.6 mi in|~1h 36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 81.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27 miles on Wilbur Cross Parkway. 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 Bloomfield, 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 2.3 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Bloomfield, CT before heading back.
