How far is Beacon Falls, CT from Milford, CT?
The driving distance from Beacon Falls, CT to Milford, CT is about 17.4 miles (28 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beacon Falls and Milford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beacon Falls and Milford.
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Start on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward CT 8 South: Bridgeport
1407 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 34: Derby, New Haven
708 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
936 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Derby Avenue
1356 ft · 34 sec · Derby Avenue
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Continue on New Haven Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · New Haven Avenue
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Continue on Derby Turnpike
2613 ft · 38 sec · Derby Turnpike
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Turn right onto Grassy Hill Road
3.7 mi · 7 min · Grassy Hill Road
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Continue on North Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · North Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto River Street
1324 ft · 30 sec · River Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Factory Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beacon Falls and Milford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
CT 8 South
Merge slight left
7.95 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Beacon Falls and Rain Showers near Milford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beacon Falls to Milford?
The road trip is about 17.4 miles (28 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Derby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Beacon Falls and 8.1 miles from Milford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Beacon Falls and Rain Showers near Milford.
Stop Ideas Near Derby
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Derby.
Union Station
Bridgeport
Wallingford station
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beacon Falls and Milford. Straight-line distance: 15.24 mi (24.53 km).
#1 Beacon Falls
City in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States of America
| Population | 6,230 |
| Coordinates | 41.4428700, -73.0626100 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Milford
A city in New Haven County, Connecticut.
| Population | 53,259 |
| Coordinates | 41.2223200, -73.0565000 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Factory Lane (-73.056608, 41.222268)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.96 | $5.93 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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