Traveling from Stamford to Farmington covers 69.9 miles of Connecticut terrain, typically taking about 1 hour and 32 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short trip within the Northeast, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route primarily utilizes I-95 and the Wilbur Cross Parkway, transitioning you from the coastal area into the interior of the state. Since the total drive time is under two hours, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. It is a straightforward commute that gets you from the southern edge of the state to the Farmington area efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35 miles from Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
20.3 mi
27m
Wilbur Cross Parkway
14.1 mi
17m
South Main Street
6.8 mi
8m
Whitney Avenue
5.5 mi
7m
CT 8
5 mi
5m
Highland Avenue
4.4 mi
5m
Merritt Parkway
3 mi
4m
Queen Street
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 20.3 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford, CT and Farmington, CT.
1
Start on Atlantic Street
0.1 mi·18 sec·Atlantic Street
2
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.3 mi·57 sec·Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto Grove Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Grove Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
5
Merge onto I 95
20 mi·27 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 27AToward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, WaterburyUse the right lane.
7
Continue on CT 8; CT 25
3.2 mi·3 min·CT 8; CT 25
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8
1.8 mi·2 min·CT 8
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 6Toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New HavenUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto CT 15
3.0 mi·4 min·Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 15
14 mi·17 min·Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 51Toward Whitney Avenue, HamdenUse the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Whitney Avenue
5.5 mi·7 min·Whitney Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on CT 10
3.1 mi·3 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on CT 10
4.4 mi·5 min·Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on CT 10
0.2 mi·13 sec·Cheshire Road
17
Continue on CT 10
0.4 mi·29 sec·Norton Street
18
Continue on CT 10
3.6 mi·4 min·South Main Street
19
Continue on CT 10
2.4 mi·3 min·Queen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on CT 10
1.7 mi·2 min·East Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on CT 10
1.4 mi·1 min·Farmington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on CT 10
2.1 mi·2 min·Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
CT 10
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 1 hour and 32 minute drive, aim to depart outside of typical rush hour windows to avoid congestion on the I-95 corridor. Since the route is short and requires zero planned stops, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it best fits your agenda. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $11, so it is a good idea to fill up before you leave Stamford to avoid fluctuating prices along the parkway. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this 69.9-mile route, feel free to pull over at your own discretion if you need a quick break. Staying mindful of the transition from the fast-paced interstate to the local South Main Street approach will help you navigate the final miles into Farmington smoothly.
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 35 miles from Stamford, CT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.3 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35 miles or 48m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Stamford, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stamford, CT
This is one driving day of about 69.9 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Stamford, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 20.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 44.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
21.4 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward CT 25, CT 8: Trumbull, Waterbury
6
25.2 mi into trip|~34m in|CT 8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 8 toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
8
27 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
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 6
Toward CT 15 North: Merritt Parkway, New Haven
8
44.8 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward Whitney Avenue, Hamden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 51
Toward Whitney Avenue, Hamden
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.25 one way
$22.51 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.38
$24.76
premium
$4.86
$13.39
$26.77
diesel
$5.61
$15.43
$30.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21
0
$7.34
$3.36
Efficient EV
17.5
0
$6.12
$2.80
EV Truck/SUV
28
0
$9.79
$4.47
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Stamford, CT
Late night
in Stamford on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
N 6 to 9 mph41% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Farmington, CT
Late night
in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
N 5 to 9 mph43% chanceLive 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m 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.
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...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 9.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will encounter a mix of interstate transit and parkway driving as you navigate toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will tackle is a 20.3-mile segment on I-95, which serves as the primary backbone of the initial leg. As you transition onto the Wilbur Cross Parkway and eventually onto South Main Street, the road's personality shifts from heavy interstate traffic to more localized driving. Expect a consistent pace that prioritizes speed and directness over technical, winding rural roads.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Broad Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.9 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 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles (CT 8): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Stamford, CT and Farmington, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury, New Haven and Hamden.
Waterbury
21.4 mi in|~30m
New Haven
25.2 mi in|~34m|via CT 8
Hamden
44.8 mi in|~1h
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 69.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.3 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 Farmington, 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 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.2 miles (CT 8): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Farmington, CT before heading back.
