Origin
Trumbull, CT
Late night in Trumbull on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trumbull, CT to West 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
25m
Distance
15.8 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trumbull, CT
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West Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 15.8-mile journey from Trumbull, CT to West Haven, CT takes about 25 minutes and is a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a highway share of 68%, you'll spend most of your time on major arteries like I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, making for an efficient drive. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $3, so you won't need to budget much for gas. Given the short distance and quick travel time, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a day trip within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Merritt Parkway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| White Plains Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sawmill Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Campbell Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Suzanne Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Reservoir Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 6.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trumbull, CT and West Haven, CT.
1
Start on Moorland Road
362 ft
·
20 sec
·
Moorland Road
2
Turn left onto Suzanne Circle
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Suzanne Circle
3
Turn right onto Lawrence Road
90 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lawrence Road
4
Turn left onto Geraldine Circle
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Geraldine Circle
5
Turn left onto Geraldine Place
266 ft
·
17 sec
·
Geraldine Place
6
Turn left onto Reservoir Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Reservoir Avenue
7
Turn right onto CT 127
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
White Plains Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward CT 15 North: New Haven
9
Merge onto CT 15
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Merritt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward I 95, US 1: Milford, New London
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 2A
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 42
Toward CT 162: Saw Mill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto CT 162
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sawmill Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on CT 162
445 ft
·
13 sec
·
Wagner Place
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto Campbell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Campbell Avenue
18
Turn left onto New Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
New Street
19
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
68 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Washington Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 14.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Reservoir Avenue
Turn left onto Reservoir Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Merritt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95, US 1: Milford, New London
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 37
Toward I 95, US 1: Milford, New London
7
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: New Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward I 95 North: New Haven
7
14.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward CT 162: Saw Mill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward CT 162: Saw Mill Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.54 one way
$5.09 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
West Haven, CT
Late night in West Haven on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 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
13 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
25m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 68% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 6.1 miles on I-95, offering a period of consistent speed. The Merritt Parkway and White Plains Road will contribute to the varied road experience as you progress towards your destination. This drive is primarily about efficient travel rather than scenic exploration.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Merritt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Reservoir Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
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 15.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Reservoir Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 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.
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 Trumbull, CT to West Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New London along the way.
New London
6.3 mi in
|
~10m
About the Cities
Starting in Trumbull, CT
Full guide →Founded 1639
Trumbull is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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 25m. Total distance: 15.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 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 West Haven, 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 0.4 miles (Reservoir Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (CT 15 / Merritt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 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 West 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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