How far is Milford, CT from Kent, CT?

The driving distance from Milford, CT to Kent, CT is about 52.2 miles (84 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
52.2 mi
01h 26m
Flight
40.98 mi
65.95 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.98 mi
Kilometers
65.95 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.2 mi
Kilometers
84.01 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kent
Fri, May 1, 11:17 AM EDT
Return by in Milford
Fri, May 1, 12:43 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Milford
2026-05-01T09:51
Arrive Kent
Fri, May 1, 11:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:38 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Milford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Newtown
CT

Town in Connecticut, United States

From Milford
26.1 mi
00h 43m
To Kent
26.1 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Milford Weather
CT
Live fallback forecast
58°F
Friday
Using Derby as the closest live forecast in the New Haven County weather hub.

Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
13 mph W
Destination
59°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Milford and Kent.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Milford and Kent.

  1. 1

    Start on Factory Lane

    16 m · 7 sec · Factory Lane

  2. 2

    Turn right onto New Haven Avenue

    42 m · 3 sec · New Haven Avenue

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on Daniel Street

    145 m · 11 sec · Daniel Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto River Street

    1233 ft · 29 sec · River Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto West Main Street

    17 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on Plymouth Place

    118 m · 8 sec · Plymouth Place

  7. 7

    Turn slight right onto North Street

    1534 ft · 31 sec · North Street

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on North Street

    105 m · 14 sec · North Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Boston Post Road

    1378 ft · 25 sec · Boston Post Road

  10. 10

    Take the ramp slight right toward New York City, Hartford

    2.2 mi · 3 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Wheelers Farms Road

    2609 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Wilbur Cross Parkway

    1958 ft · 24 sec · Wilbur Cross Parkway

  13. 13

    Continue on Merritt Parkway

    5 mi · 6 min · Merritt Parkway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward CT 25 North: Danbury

    1.1 km · 1 min

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    14.5 mi · 25 min

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway

    23 m · 4 sec · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1732 ft · 50 sec · Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto Currituck Road

    2.8 mi · 6 min · Currituck Road

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Hawleyville Road

    1899 ft · 46 sec · Hawleyville Road

  20. 20

    Continue on Whisconier Road

    4.1 mi · 8 min · Whisconier Road

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Federal Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Federal Road

  22. 22

    Continue on Federal Road

    1427 ft · 18 sec · Federal Road

  23. 23

    Continue on Danbury Road

    5.2 mi · 6 min · Danbury Road

  24. 24

    Continue on Kent Road

    12.9 mi · 22 min · Kent Road

  25. 25

    Continue on South Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  26. 26

    Turn sharp left

    24 m · 3 sec

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Milford and Kent.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
27 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
51.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
CT 25 North
15.2 mi · 29%
Kent Road
12.9 mi · 25%
Danbury Road
5.15 mi · 10%
Merritt Parkway
4.99 mi · 10%
Whisconier Road
4.11 mi · 8%
Currituck Road
2.8 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

CT 25 North

Merge slight left

14.5 mi · 00h 25m

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 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.2 mi
41 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newtown
00h 43m from Milford
Leave By
3:38 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Milford and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kent.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Milford to Kent?

The road trip is about 52.2 miles (84 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Newtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.1 miles from Milford and 26.1 miles from Kent.

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

The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:38 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.26 one way or $14.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Newtown

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 Newtown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Danbury Fair
Food stop 8.4 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
Danbury City Hall
Meeting point 6.8 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 1.5 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 Newtown.

RAIL

Bridgeport

28 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Union Station

34 mi away
50 Union Avenue
RAIL

Wallingford station

40 mi away
37 Hall Avenue
RAIL

Meriden Transit Center

44 mi away
60 State Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Milford and Kent. Straight-line distance: 40.98 mi (65.95 km).

Milford

#1 Milford

A city in New Haven County, Connecticut.

Population53,259
Coordinates41.2223200, -73.0565000
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Kent

#2 Kent

Town in Connecticut

Population2,766
Coordinates41.7248200, -73.4770700
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Start: Milford (-73.0565, 41.22232)
End: Kent (-73.47707, 41.72482)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 84 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.84 gal
6.97 L · about $7.26
Round trip
$14.52
3.68 gal · 13.94 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.7 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $7.26 $14.52
Mid-grade $4.46 $8.20 $16.40
Premium $4.86 $8.94 $17.88
Diesel $6.00 $11.03 $22.07

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 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Milford and Kent. The current time is 09:51:08.

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.