How far is Canton Valley, CT from Stamford, CT?
The driving distance from Canton Valley, CT to Stamford, CT is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 24m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Canton Valley and Stamford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton Valley and Stamford.
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Start on the route
82 m · 21 sec
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Continue on High Hill Road
2378 ft · 1 min · High Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bahre Corner Road
1 km · 2 min · Bahre Corner Road
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Turn left onto East Hill Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Hill Road
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Turn right onto Albany Turnpike
1.2 km · 1 min · Albany Turnpike
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Keep slight left
11.1 mi · 14 min
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Take the ramp left toward CT 8 South: Waterbury
1026 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: New York City
1719 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 137 North: Atlantic Street
1301 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight onto North State Street
1424 ft · 48 sec · North State Street
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Turn right onto Atlantic Street
1744 ft · 39 sec · Atlantic Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Atlantic Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Canton Valley and Stamford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
CT 8 South
Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 01h 00m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Canton Valley and Rain Showers Likely near Stamford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Canton Valley to Stamford?
The road trip is about 85.6 miles (137.7 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Beacon Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Canton Valley and 42.8 miles from Stamford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.91 one way or $23.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Canton Valley and Rain Showers Likely near Stamford.
Stop Ideas Near Beacon Falls
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 Beacon Falls.
Union Station
Wallingford station
Meriden Transit Center
Bridgeport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Canton Valley and Stamford. Straight-line distance: 63.51 mi (102.21 km).
#1 Canton Valley
Census designated place
| Population | 1,565 |
| Coordinates | 41.8342600, -72.8917700 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stamford
The second most populous city in Connecticut.
| Population | 131,397 |
| Coordinates | 41.0534300, -73.5387300 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Atlantic Street (-73.539324, 41.053444)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $11.91 | $23.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.67 | $29.34 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $18.11 | $36.22 |
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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