Origin
Suffield, CT
Late night in Suffield on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Suffield, CT to Milford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
63.6 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Suffield, CT
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Milford, CT
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Trip Overview
This 63.6-mile drive from Suffield, CT to Milford, CT is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes. Given its relatively short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal day trip with no need for an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $10 for this journey. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points within the Northeast region of Connecticut. It’s a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 28.2 mi | 34m |
| CT 15 | 23 mi | 28m |
| North Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Grassy Hill Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Old County Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Ella Grasso Turnpike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 28.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffield, CT and Milford, CT.
1
Start on CT 75
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on CT 75
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Street
3
Continue on CT 75
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ella Grasso Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto CT 140
285 ft
·
7 sec
·
Elm Street
5
Turn right onto Old County Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Old County Road
6
Continue on Kennedy Road
351 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kennedy Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Springfield, Hartford
8
Merge onto CT 20
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
28 mi
·
34 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
8 sec
Toward CT 15 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto CT 15
23 mi
·
28 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
258 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 41
Toward CT 121: Orange
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
16
At end of road, turn right onto CT 121
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Grassy Hill Road
17
Continue on CT 121
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto River Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
River Street
19
Arrive at destination
Factory Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Suffield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 58.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward Springfield, Hartford
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Springfield, Hartford
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
7
35.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 South
7
35.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 15 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 15 South
7
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward CT 121: Orange
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 41
Toward CT 121: Orange
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.24 one way
$20.48 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.27 | $22.53 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.08
Ella Grasso Turnpike
(1.2 mi)
$0.08
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Milford, CT
Late night in Milford on Sunday
Local time
12:33 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
2 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
1h 27m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the route utilizing major thoroughfares like I-91 and CT-15. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving on I-91 for 28.2 miles, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the journey is on these faster roads, the inclusion of North Street indicates some transition to local roads as you near your destination. Overall, anticipate a driving experience characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained highways.
82% 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: 28.2 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and CT 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.6 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: at 5.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Suffield, CT and Milford, CT, road signs point toward Springfield and Hartford.
Springfield
5.9 mi in
|
~12m
Hartford
5.9 mi in
|
~12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 63.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.2 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.08 in tolls one way, starting with Ella Grasso 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 Milford, 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 5.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park and New England National Scenic Trail. 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 Milford, 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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