Origin
Stratford, CT
Morning in Stratford on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stratford, CT to New Haven, 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
24m
Distance
15.3 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
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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New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick jaunt through the Northeast, the 15.3-mile trip from Stratford to New Haven is an incredibly efficient commute. Expect to spend about 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Because the distance is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight lodging or complex logistics. Budgeting just $2 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, keeping your travel expenses minimal. Navigating through Connecticut on this path is straightforward, relying on a mix of I-95, Ferry Boulevard, and Spring Street. It is an ideal route for those who prioritize speed and practicality over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Ferry Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Church Street South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Columbus Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Campbell Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chapel Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 10.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stratford, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on Jane Street
159 ft
·
12 sec
·
Jane Street
2
Turn left onto East Street
209 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Street
3
Turn right onto Wells Place
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Wells Place
4
Turn left onto CT 113
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn right onto CT 130
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Stratford Avenue
6
Turn straight onto CT 130
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ferry Boulevard
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
8
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 43
Toward Campbell Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Campbell Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Campbell Avenue
11
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
12
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Columbus Avenue
14
Turn left onto Church Street South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street South
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Chapel Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Chapel Street
16
Turn right onto College Street
343 ft
·
5 sec
·
College Street
17
Arrive at destination
College Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Street
Turn left onto East Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wells Place
Turn right onto Wells Place
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CT 130 / Stratford Avenue
Turn right onto CT 130 / Stratford Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
12.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Campbell Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward Campbell Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.46 one way
$4.93 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
New Haven, CT
Morning in New Haven on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
24m 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 primarily a highway-focused experience, with 69% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm once you hit I-95, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.6 miles. While the route begins with local transitions via Ferry Boulevard and Spring Street, the bulk of your journey is defined by the steady pace of the interstate. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that moves you efficiently between these two Connecticut hubs. Expect a consistent flow as you transition from local roads to the highway, keeping your focus on highway traffic patterns.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Ferry Boulevard. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 15.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (East Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Wells Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CT 130 / Stratford Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
116 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
179 ft
Total Descent
154 ft
Highest Point
116 ft
~11 mi in
Elevation Range
109 ft
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 New Haven, CT
Full guide →New Haven is a city in Connecticut that is best known as the home of Yale University.
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 24m. Total distance: 15.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.6 miles on I 95. 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 (East Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Wells Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CT 130 / Stratford Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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 New Haven, 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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