How far is Bridgewater, CT from Stamford, CT?

The driving distance from Bridgewater, CT to Stamford, CT is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
45.49 mi
01h 06m
Flight
34.46 mi
55.46 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
34.46 mi
Kilometers
55.46 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
45.49 mi
Kilometers
73.21 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Stamford
Sun, May 3, 2:56 AM EDT
Return by in Bridgewater
Sun, May 3, 4:03 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bridgewater
2026-05-03T01:49
Arrive Stamford
Sun, May 3, 2:56 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bridgewater
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Ridgefield
CT

Town in Connecticut

From Bridgewater
21.9 mi
00h 33m
To Stamford
23.7 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 14 mph W
Destination
60°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 18 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgewater and Stamford.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bridgewater and Stamford.

  1. 1

    Start on Clapboard Road

    14 m · 10 sec · Clapboard Road

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto Main Street South

    4 mi · 7 min · Main Street South

  3. 3

    Continue on Obtuse Hill Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Obtuse Hill Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Whisconier Road

    36 m · 4 sec · Whisconier Road

  5. 5

    Turn slight right onto Junction Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · Junction Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Junction Road

    2874 ft · 1 min · Junction Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Federal Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Federal Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto White Turkey Road

    138 m · 11 sec · White Turkey Road

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 7 South: Norwalk

    4.7 mi · 7 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    1975 ft · 34 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on US 7 South: Norwalk

    15.5 mi · 28 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Danbury Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Danbury Road

  13. 13

    Continue on Main Avenue

    3008 ft · 1 min · Main Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Grist Mill Road

    857 ft · 17 sec · Grist Mill Road

  15. 15

    Turn left

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: New York City

    2161 ft · 46 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left

    7.1 mi · 10 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street

    1301 ft · 32 sec

  19. 19

    Turn straight onto North State Street

    1424 ft · 48 sec · North State Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Atlantic Street

    1744 ft · 39 sec · Atlantic Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Atlantic Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgewater and Stamford.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
46.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 7 South
20.5 mi · 45%
I 95 South
7.49 mi · 16%
Main Street South
3.97 mi · 9%
Obtuse Hill Road
2.37 mi · 5%
Federal Road
1.62 mi · 4%
Danbury Road
1.42 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

US 7 South

Keep slight left to continue on US 7 South: Norwalk

15.5 mi · 00h 28m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11 mi
34.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ridgefield
00h 33m from Bridgewater
Leave By
4:16 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bridgewater and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Stamford.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bridgewater to Stamford?

The road trip is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km) and usually takes 01h 06m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Ridgefield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Bridgewater and 23.7 miles from Stamford.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bridgewater and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Stamford.

Stop Ideas Near Ridgefield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Ridgefield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 6.5 mi away

Danbury Fair

Danbury , CT
7 Backus Ave, Danbury, CT 06810, United States
Rating 4.4/5 6,454 reviews Shopping mall,Clothing store,Restaurant
Norwalk City Hall parking
Scenic stop 12.4 mi away

Norwalk City Hall parking

Norwalk , CT
City Hall Dr, Norwalk, CT 06851
Rating 4.0/5 27 reviews Parking lot
Danbury City Hall
Meeting point 7.2 mi away

Danbury City Hall

Danbury , CT
155 Deer Hill Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
Rating 3.0/5 29 reviews City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Nearby stop 11.4 mi away

Edmond Town Hall

Newtown , CT
45 Main St, Newtown, CT 06470
Rating 4.7/5 366 reviews Event venue,Movie theater,Performing arts theater

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ridgefield.

RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

26 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Bridgeport

28 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

34 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue
RAIL

New Rochelle station

47 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bridgewater and Stamford. Straight-line distance: 34.46 mi (55.46 km).

Bridgewater

#1 Bridgewater

Town in Connecticut

Population1,632
Coordinates41.5350900, -73.3662300
Altitude206
CountryUnited States
Stamford

#2 Stamford

The second most populous city in Connecticut.

Population131,397
Coordinates41.0534300, -73.5387300
Altitude7
CountryUnited States
Start: Clapboard Road (-73.366231, 41.535088)
End: Atlantic Street (-73.539324, 41.053444)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 73 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.61 gal
6.08 L · about $6.35
Round trip
$12.70
3.22 gal · 12.16 L
Estimated CO2
14.3 kg one way
Round trip: 28.6 kg / 63 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $6.35 $12.70
Mid-grade $4.46 $7.18 $14.35
Premium $4.86 $7.82 $15.64
Diesel $6.00 $9.66 $19.31

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Connecticut · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Bridgewater and Stamford. The current time is 01:49:24.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.