How far is New Preston, CT from New Haven, CT?
The driving distance from New Preston, CT to New Haven, CT is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Preston and New Haven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Preston and New Haven.
-
1
Start on Christian Street
34 m · 12 sec · Christian Street
-
2
Turn sharp right onto Baldwin Hill Road
158 m · 20 sec · Baldwin Hill Road
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto New Milford Turnpike
1.1 mi · 1 min · New Milford Turnpike
-
4
Turn right onto Bee Brook Road
3.1 mi · 6 min · Bee Brook Road
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Green Hill Road
1 mi · 2 min · Green Hill Road
-
6
Continue on Woodbury Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Woodbury Road
-
7
Continue on Washington-Woodbury Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Washington-Woodbury Road
-
8
Continue on Washington Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · Washington Road
-
9
Turn right onto Main Street North
5.3 mi · 8 min · Main Street North
-
10
Continue on Main Street North
830 ft · 18 sec · Main Street North
-
11
Continue on Southford Road
3 mi · 5 min · Southford Road
-
12
Continue on Oxford Road
6.1 mi · 11 min · Oxford Road
-
13
Turn right onto West Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Street
-
14
Continue on Broad Street
820 ft · 21 sec · Broad Street
-
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
120 m · 7 sec · Main Street
-
16
Turn slight left onto Maple Street
2 mi · 4 min · Maple Street
-
17
Turn left onto Rimmon Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Rimmon Road
-
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Fountain Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · Fountain Street
-
19
Turn slight right onto Whalley Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Whalley Avenue
-
20
Continue on Broadway
773 ft · 19 sec · Broadway
-
21
Continue on Elm Street
1112 ft · 34 sec · Elm Street
-
22
Turn right onto College Street
571 ft · 10 sec · College Street
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · College Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Preston and New Haven.
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.
Oxford Road
Continue on Oxford Road
6.07 mi · 00h 11m
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 New Preston and Rain Showers Likely near New Haven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Preston to New Haven?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Southbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from New Preston and 18.5 miles from New Haven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.33 one way or $10.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around New Preston and Rain Showers Likely near New Haven.
Stop Ideas Near Southbury
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 Southbury.
Union Station
Wallingford station
Bridgeport
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Preston and New Haven. Straight-line distance: 33.52 mi (53.94 km).
#1 New Preston
Census designated place
| Population | 1,182 |
| Coordinates | 41.6751000, -73.3517900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Haven
The second most populous city in Connecticut.
| Population | 130,801 |
| Coordinates | 41.3081500, -72.9281600 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
End: College Street (-72.928063, 41.308109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.33 | $10.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.02 | $12.03 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.10 | $16.19 |
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 · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.