How far is Putnam, CT from Stamford, CT?
The driving distance from Putnam, CT to Stamford, CT is about 127.9 miles (205.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Putnam and Stamford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Putnam and Stamford.
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Start on Main Street
28 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Pomfret Street
100 m · 11 sec · Pomfret Street
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Turn left onto Kennedy Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Kennedy Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1465 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
45.1 mi · 50 min
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Merge slight left
80.2 mi · 1 hr 44 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 Putnam 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.
Kennedy Drive
Merge slight left
80.2 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Putnam 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 Putnam to Stamford?
The road trip is about 127.9 miles (205.8 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Westbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.9 miles from Putnam and 64 miles from Stamford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.6 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.79 one way or $35.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Putnam and Rain Showers Likely near Stamford.
Stop Ideas Near Westbrook
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 Westbrook.
Old Saybrook station
New London Union Station
Wallingford station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Putnam and Stamford. Straight-line distance: 103.25 mi (166.16 km).
#1 Putnam
Town in Connecticut
| Population | 9,372 |
| Coordinates | 41.9151000, -71.9089600 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| 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: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $17.79 | $35.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $21.91 | $43.82 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $27.05 | $54.09 |
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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