Origin
Stratford, CT
Morning in Stratford on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stratford, CT to Danbury, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
29.1 mi
47 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stratford, CT
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Danbury, CT
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Trip Overview
Stratford, CT to Danbury, CT is 29.1 miles and takes about 52 minutes via Black Rock Turnpike and I 95, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Connecticut, making it a convenient option for a quick trip between two points in the Northeast region. You'll primarily be on highway, so expect a straightforward commute. With only one recommended day and no specific stops noted, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or when you need to get from point A to B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Rock Turnpike | 15.8 mi | 27m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Putnam Park Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Greenwood Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Coal Pit Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fleetwood Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Black Rock Turnpike
— 15.8 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stratford, CT and Danbury, CT.
1
Start on Jane Street
342 ft
·
20 sec
·
Jane Street
2
Turn left onto Sherwood Place
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sherwood Place
3
Turn right onto South Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Avenue
4
Turn left onto Spada Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spada Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 South: New York City
6
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 24
Toward Black Rock Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Chambers Street
155 ft
·
4 sec
·
Chambers Street
9
Turn left onto US 1
469 ft
·
16 sec
·
Kings Highway East
10
Turn slight right onto Black Rock Turnpike
16 mi
·
27 min
·
Black Rock Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 58
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Putnam Park Road
12
Continue on CT 302
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Milwaukee Avenue
13
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 302
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenwood Avenue
14
Turn right onto CT 53
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Grassy Plain Street
15
Turn left onto Fleetwood Avenue
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Fleetwood Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Fleetwood Avenue
149 ft
·
4 sec
·
Fleetwood Avenue
17
Continue on Mansfield Street
441 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mansfield Street
18
Continue on Coal Pit Hill Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Coal Pit Hill Road
19
Continue on CT 53
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Street
20
Turn right onto CT 53
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn left onto West Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
West Street
22
Turn right onto Terrace Place
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Terrace Place
23
Turn right onto Library Place
234 ft
·
10 sec
·
Library Place
24
Arrive at destination
Library Place
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Sherwood Place
Turn left onto Sherwood Place
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Avenue
Turn right onto South Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward Black Rock Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 24
Toward Black Rock Turnpike
5
29 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
Library Place
Turn right onto Library Place
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.68 one way
$9.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.57 | $11.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.42 | $12.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.11
Black Rock Turnpike
(15.8 mi)
$1.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 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 | 8.7 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
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
Danbury, CT
Morning in Danbury on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
15 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
52m 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?
This drive is 71% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on surface roads is 15.8 miles along Black Rock Turnpike. You'll transition from highway driving to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent flow of exits and entrances typical of a highway-focused route in this area.
71% 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: 15.8 mi on Black Rock Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Black Rock Turnpike and I 95. 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 Sherwood Place.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 29.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Sherwood Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (South Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Stratford, CT to Danbury, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Black Rock Turnpike along the way.
Black Rock Turnpike
5.8 mi in
|
~9m
About the Cities
Starting in Stratford, CT
Full guide →Stratford is a town in Connecticut. Stratford, Connecticut was founded in 1639. It is in New England and located on the Long Island Sound. It is east of the Housatonic River and it also part of Fairfield County. Stratford is 18.7 miles and has a population of 51,384 people. Stratford is only an hour in driving distance from parts New York. Stratford consists of multiple public bathing beaches, five marinas, fishing piers, and two public boat launching facilities. Stratfords' mission statement is as follows, "To enhance the quality of life within the community by providing services with professionalism and a commitment to excellence." It is quite noticeable driving through the town of Stratford that the town sticks to their mission statement.
Arriving in Danbury, CT
Full guide →Danbury - nicknamed Hat City - is a city in the interior of Fairfield County, Connecticut, making it part of the Litchfield Hills region.
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 52m. Total distance: 29.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.8 miles on Black Rock Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.11 in tolls one way, starting with Black Rock Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Danbury, 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 (Sherwood Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (South Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Danbury, 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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