Traveling from Stamford to Goshen covers 78.2 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the journey. The route primarily utilizes I-95, CT 8, and Goshen Road to navigate through the Northeast region of Connecticut. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it offers a straightforward transit between the coast and the northern interior. It is an efficient way to transition between these two areas without requiring an extensive travel itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.1 miles from Stamford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CT 8
49.4 mi
1h 1m
I 95
20.3 mi
27m
Goshen Road
2.5 mi
3m
Torrington Road
2.1 mi
3m
East Elm Street
1.2 mi
2m
Migeon Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Grove Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Broad Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 49.4 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford, CT and Goshen, 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
26 mi·32 min·CT 8
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New HavenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on CT 8
0.4 mi·1 min·CT 8
Exit 31Toward I 84 East: HartfordUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on CT 8
20 mi·24 min·CT 8
Exit 33Toward I 84 West: DanburyUse the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 50Toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown TorringtonUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto CT 4
1.2 mi·2 min·East Elm Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on CT 4
0.7 mi·1 min·Migeon Avenue
14
Continue on CT 4
2.5 mi·3 min·Goshen Road
15
Continue on CT 4
2.1 mi·3 min·Torrington Road
16
Enter roundabout onto CT 63
142 ft·2 sec·Old Middle Street
17
Continue on CT 63
85 ft·9 sec·Old Middle Street
18
Continue on CT 63
59 ft·1 sec·Old Middle Street
19
Arrive at destination
CT 63
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic. Given that there are no mandatory stops built into the 78.2-mile journey, you can easily complete the drive in one go if you prefer. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on CT 8, so stay alert for traffic flow changes during that 49.4-mile stretch. Filling up your tank before leaving Stamford ensures you stay well within your estimated $13 fuel budget. If you find yourself needing a break, plan to stretch your legs once you exit the highway system and reach the local roads near Goshen.
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 39.1 miles from Stamford, CT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.4 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.1 miles or 52m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goshen, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 78.2 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Stamford, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 8 for about 49.4 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 71.3 — 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.
5
0.7 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New Haven
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
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
8
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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury, New Haven
8
71.3 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown Torrington
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 50
Toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown Torrington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.59 one way
$25.18 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.85
$27.70
premium
$4.86
$14.97
$29.95
diesel
$5.61
$17.27
$34.53
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: 27.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.5
0
$8.21
$3.75
Efficient EV
19.6
0
$6.84
$3.13
EV Truck/SUV
31.3
0
$10.95
$5.00
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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 16, 2026
Origin
Stamford, CT
Late night
in Stamford on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Goshen, CT
Late night
in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
5 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 43m 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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 10.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip that is dominated by high-speed transit, with 89% of your time spent on highways. The character of the drive shifts significantly once you transition onto CT 8, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of 49.4 miles. While the initial leg involves busier interstate travel, the latter portion of the route offers a more focused highway experience as you head toward Goshen. You will find that the road maintains a consistent pace, making it a functional rather than technical drive. Getting behind the wheel here means prioritizing efficiency and steady movement over winding, low-speed backroads.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.4 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and I 95. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Broad Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 78.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.4 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 Stamford, CT and Goshen, CT, road signs point toward Waterbury and New Haven.
Waterbury
21.4 mi in|~30m
New Haven
25.2 mi in|~34m|via CT 8
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 78.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.4 miles on CT 8. 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: at 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.4 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 Goshen, CT before heading back.
