Origin
West Haven, CT
Late night in West Haven on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Haven, CT to Enfield, 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
1h 15m
Distance
57.9 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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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Enfield, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Traveling from West Haven to Enfield covers approximately 57.9 miles, typically taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip through Connecticut, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Elm Street, Kimberly Avenue, and Ella T, rather than major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of about $9, the route is quite budget-friendly for a quick transit. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, the simplicity of the trip allows for a stress-free journey within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 52.3 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 95 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| King Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Enfield Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Ella T. Grasso Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kimberly Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 52.3 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Haven, CT and Enfield, 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
·
27 sec
·
Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: New London
6
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 48
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 91
37 mi
·
45 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward US 5: King Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn sharp right onto US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
King Street
12
Continue on US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Enfield Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
US 5
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from West Haven, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 55.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New London
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New London
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
6
40.5 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 91
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 5: King Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward US 5: King Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.32 one way
$18.64 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.26 | $20.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.09 | $22.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.78 | $25.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Enfield, CT
Late night in Enfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 15m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate cruise, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire 57.9 miles navigating surface streets. The personality of the drive is defined by frequent turns and local traffic patterns rather than high-speed cruising. Because the path relies on city and town roads, you should prepare for a consistent, hands-on driving experience from start to finish. It is a practical way to traverse the state if you prefer local scenery over limited-access highways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.3 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 95. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 57.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Enfield, CT
Full guide →Enfield is a city of 42,000 people (2020) in the Connecticut River Valley. The Enfield Historical District is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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 1h 15m. Total distance: 57.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.3 miles on I 91. 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 Enfield, 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail and 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 Enfield, 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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