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Trip from Woodstock, CT to New Haven, 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 48m

Distance

82.5 mi

133 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 40m ★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States

Woodstock, CT

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Downtown New Haven, CT, CT

New Haven, CT

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 82.5-mile journey from Woodstock, CT, to New Haven, CT, that will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This drive is best suited as a single-day trip, with a modest estimated fuel cost of $13. You'll navigate primarily via local roads, indicated by its turn-heavy profile, so expect a more engaged driving experience rather than a highway cruise. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel as you travel south through Connecticut. Given its short duration and local road focus, it's a straightforward trip to plan.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

41.2 miles from Woodstock, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 91 35.3 mi 42m
I 84 28.4 mi 32m
Old Turnpike Road 6.3 mi 11m
Route 169 3.3 mi 5m
Bigelow Hollow Road 2.3 mi 4m
Buckley Highway 2 mi 3m
CT 15 1.9 mi 2m
Lawson Road 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 91 — 35.3 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Woodstock, CT and New Haven, CT.

1

Start on CT 169

3.3 mi · 5 min · Route 169
2

Turn left onto CT 197

6.3 mi · 11 min · Old Turnpike Road
3

Continue on CT 197

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawson Road
4

Turn straight onto CT 171

2.3 mi · 4 min · Bigelow Hollow Road
5

Turn left onto CT 190

2.0 mi · 3 min · Buckley Highway
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
7

Merge onto I 84

20 mi · 23 min · I 84
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 84

8.0 mi · 9 min · I 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15

1.9 mi · 2 min · CT 15
Toward CT 15 South: New York City Use the slight left lane.
10

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 53 sec
Exit 86 Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 91

35 mi · 42 min · I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 3 Toward Trumbull Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Turn straight onto Trumbull Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Trumbull Street
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn left onto Temple Street

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Temple Street
15

Turn right onto Grove Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Grove Street
16

Turn sharp left onto College Street

0.3 mi · 27 sec · College Street
17

Arrive at destination

College Street

Trip Plan

For this 1-hour-and-30-minute drive, departing at a time that avoids peak local traffic will enhance your experience. Since there are no specified stops and the total distance is manageable, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent adjustments. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, so ensure you have adequate fuel before setting out, especially as there are no designated long stretches where you might anticipate easy refueling. Consider a brief stop midway if needed, perhaps in a town along Route 169, to break up the turns.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.2 miles from Woodstock, CT, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 18 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.2 miles or 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Woodstock, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Woodstock, CT

This is one driving day of about 82.5 miles and 1h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Woodstock, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 35.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hartford, CT, CT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hartford, CT

41 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.

Popular next leg

Hartford, CT to New Haven, CT

36.7 mi · 49m

Pacing Suggestions

Stafford, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manchester, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.2 miles from Woodstock, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Chuck E. Cheese

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Manchester, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 41.2

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18606493857

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 41.2

Manchester, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18606493857

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Putnam, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Yale University Art Gallery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 82.5

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12034320600

Visit website

The Mead Visitor Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 82.5

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12034322300

Visit website

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (formerly Knights of Columbus Museum)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 82.5

New Haven, Connecticut

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12038650400

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 35.5 and 82.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
35.5 mi into trip | ~50m in | I 84

Keep slight right at fork onto I 84

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
7
43.5 mi into trip | ~59m in | CT 15

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15 toward CT 15 South: New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward CT 15 South: New York City
8
45.4 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City

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 86 Toward I 91 South: New Haven, New York City
7
81.3 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward Trumbull Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 3 Toward Trumbull Street
6
82.2 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | College Street

Turn sharp left onto College Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.28 one way

$26.56 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $14.61 $29.23
premium $4.86 $15.80 $31.60
diesel $5.61 $18.21 $36.43

Estimated Tolls: $0.44

Old Turnpike Road (6.3 mi) $0.44

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.8 0 $8.66 $3.96
Efficient EV 20.6 0 $7.22 $3.30
EV Truck/SUV 33 0 $11.55 $5.28

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Woodstock, CT

Late night in Woodstock on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Haven, CT

Late night in New Haven on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

3 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 48m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New England National Scenic Trail

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour Free near mile 14.2
View on nps.gov
Weir Farm National Historical Park

Weir Farm National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Visit the home and studio of America's most beloved Impressionist, J. Alden Weir, and walk in the footsteps of generations of world-class artists. Set amidst more than 60 acres of painterly woods, fie...

28 mi from route ~69 min detour Free near mile 82.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent turns and changes in direction. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on local roads for the entire 82.5 miles. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note, so be prepared for a continuous sequence of navigating local routes like Route 169, Old Turnpike Road, and Lawson Road. This type of driving demands your attention, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape between Woodstock and New Haven.

91% 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: 35.3 mi on I 91.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.5 miles in near I 84.

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 82.5 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 35.5 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.4 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.

On the drive from Woodstock, CT to New Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

45.4 mi in | ~1h 2m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 82.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.44 in tolls one way, starting with Old Turnpike Road. 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 New 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 35.5 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles (CT 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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