Origin
Plymouth, CT
Late night in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plymouth, CT to Shelton, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit from Plymouth to Shelton, you are looking at a compact 28-mile journey that typically takes about 36 minutes. This straightforward route is perfect for a single-day trip, as it connects two points within the Northeast region of Connecticut without requiring an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance. Because 93% of the drive is highway-focused, it functions primarily as a functional commute rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour. Keep this in mind if you prefer more scenic backroads, as this path prioritizes efficiency and direct connectivity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Elizabeth Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Seymour Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Olivia Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Howe Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Thompson Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 25.9 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, CT and Shelton, CT.
1
Start on North Street
22 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Street
2
Turn right onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
Main Street
3
Take the exit onto US 6
26 mi
·
32 min
·
US 6
Toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 13
Toward Seymour Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn slight right onto Seymour Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Seymour Avenue
6
Turn slight right onto Elizabeth Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Elizabeth Street
7
Turn right onto Thompson Place
262 ft
·
16 sec
·
Thompson Place
8
Turn left onto Olivia Street
325 ft
·
13 sec
·
Olivia Street
9
Continue on Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Bridge Street
10
Turn left onto CT 110
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
Howe Avenue
11
Turn right onto CT 108
181 ft
·
9 sec
·
Center Street
12
Turn left
62 ft
·
4 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28 — 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
|
US 6 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 6 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
8
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: 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.
Toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
7
26.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Seymour Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward Seymour Avenue
5
27.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Olivia Street
Turn left onto Olivia Street
Navigation decision point
5
28 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.02 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Shelton, CT
Late night in Shelton on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
36m 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?
Expect a highly efficient experience behind the wheel, as this route is dominated by high-speed highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of the trip on US 6, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.9 miles. The transition from the highway toward your destination involves navigating Main Street and Elizabeth Street, offering a brief shift in pace as you reach the Shelton area. Given the high highway percentage, the drive maintains a consistent, steady rhythm. It is a no-nonsense transit that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
93% 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: 25.9 mi on US 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6 / Main Street.
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 36m drive. You will face about 8 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 (US 6 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
686 ft
34 ft
Total Climb
346 ft
Total Descent
999 ft
Highest Point
686 ft
Elevation Range
652 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 28 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.9 miles on US 6. 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 (US 6 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Shelton, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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