Origin
West Haven, CT
Late night in West Haven on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Haven, CT to Clinton, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Haven, CT
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Clinton, CT
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Trip Overview
West Haven to Clinton is 25 miles and takes about 34 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Connecticut, making it a simple hop between two coastal towns. The route is primarily highway-focused, suggesting a direct and efficient journey. With only 25 miles and a brief travel time, this trip is ideal for a quick excursion or an easy addition to a larger itinerary. You'll find it's a practical choice for a straightforward connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 18.1 mi | 21m |
| Forbes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Sargent Drive | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Water Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 18.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Haven, CT and Clinton, CT.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Continue on Kimberly Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Kimberly Avenue
4
Turn right onto Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Sea Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Sea Street
6
Enter roundabout onto Sea Street
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
Sea Street
7
Continue on Sea Street
511 ft
·
15 sec
·
Sea Street
8
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Howard Avenue
9
Turn right onto Fifth Street
382 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fifth Street
10
Continue on Sargent Drive
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Sargent Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Brewery Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Brewery Street
12
Turn right onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Water Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Forbes Avenue
14
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
Frontage Road
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 North
16
Merge onto I 95
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 63
Toward CT 81: Clinton, Killingworth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto North High Street
184 ft
·
11 sec
·
North High Street
19
Continue on CT 81
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
20
Turn left onto CT 81
483 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hull Street
21
Turn left onto US 1
112 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
US 1
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 25 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Sea Street
Turn right onto Sea Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Sea Street
Enter roundabout onto Sea Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Howard Avenue
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward CT 81: Clinton, Killingworth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 63
Toward CT 81: Clinton, Killingworth
7
25 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 1 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 1 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.05 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.79 | $9.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Clinton, CT
Late night in Clinton on Sunday
Local time
3:48 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
34m 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 route is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the drive taking place on major roads like I 95. You'll experience stretches of faster driving, including an uninterrupted segment of 18.1 miles on I 95. While Forbes Avenue and Sargent Drive offer brief transitions, the overall character leans towards efficiency rather than leisurely cruising. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal detours from the main thoroughfare. The highway share means you'll likely encounter typical interstate conditions for the majority of your trip.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Forbes Avenue. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Sea 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 25 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.4 miles (Sea Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Sea Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.1 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: at 1.4 miles (Sea Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Sea Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles (Howard Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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