How far is Redding, CT from Milford, CT?

Fastest route

The distance between Redding, Connecticut 06896 and Milford, Connecticut is approximately 23.4 miles (37.7 kilometers). The suggested route is to take Old Stagecoach Rd to CT-107 N, then continue onto Great Pasture Rd. Follow Cross Hwy and CT-58 S until you reach Center Rd in Easton. From there, take CT-59 S and CT-15 N to Boston Post Rd in Milford. Merge onto CT-15 N toward New Haven and take exit 54 toward I-95/US-1/Milford/New London. Finally, take exit 1B toward US-1 S and turn right onto Meadow St. Turn left onto Boston Post Rd.

Directions

To get from Redding, Connecticut 06896 to Milford, Connecticut, follow these directions:

  1. Start on Old Stagecoach Rd heading southeast toward Winding Brook Ln.
  2. Continue onto Great Pasture Rd.
  3. Follow Great Pasture Rd as it turns slightly left and becomes CT-107 N.
  4. Take a slight right onto Cross Hwy.
  5. Take another slight right toward CT-58 S.
  6. Continue on CT-58 S.
  7. Take CT-59 S and CT-15 N to Boston Post Rd in Milford.
  8. Turn left onto Jefferson St.
  9. Turn left to merge onto CT-15 N toward New Haven.
  10. Take exit 54 toward I-95/US-1/Milford/New London.
  11. Take exit 1B toward US-1 S.
  12. Turn right onto Meadow St.
  13. Finally, turn left onto Boston Post Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 It is recommended to follow the suggested route to avoid traffic and ensure a smoother journey.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
  • 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the journey.
  • 🕑 Plan your departure time accordingly, taking into account possible traffic conditions.
  • 🚦 Observe and obey traffic rules and signals throughout the journey.
  • 🛣️ Stay alert and focused on the road for a safe driving experience.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
25.39 mi
00h 37m
Flight
17.86 mi
28.75 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.86 mi
Kilometers
28.75 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
25.39 mi
Kilometers
40.86 km
Drive Time
00h 37m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Milford
Thu, Apr 23, 2:03 AM EDT
Return by in Redding
Thu, Apr 23, 2:40 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Redding
2026-04-23T01:25
Arrive Milford
Thu, Apr 23, 2:03 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 37m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:37 AM to 7:37 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Redding
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Trumbull
CT

Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

From Redding
11.4 mi
00h 18m
To Milford
14 mi
00h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph NW
Destination

Forecast data is not available for this endpoint yet.

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Cross Highway

    1.9 mi · 5 min · Cross Highway

  2. 2

    Continue on Church Hill Road

    2997 ft · 1 min · Church Hill Road

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto Poverty Hollow Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · Poverty Hollow Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Stepney Road

    1114 ft · 31 sec · Stepney Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Sport Hill Road

    7.1 mi · 15 min · Sport Hill Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Easton Turnpike

    849 ft · 27 sec · Easton Turnpike

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Jefferson Street

    100 m · 10 sec · Jefferson Street

  8. 8

    Take the ramp left toward CT 15 North: New Haven

    865 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway

    8.9 mi · 12 min · Merritt Parkway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 95, US 1: Milford, New London

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on US 1 South

    636 ft · 15 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Boston Post Road

    1031 ft · 25 sec · Boston Post Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto High Street

    1298 ft · 30 sec · High Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Main Street

    1842 ft · 37 sec · West Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto North Street

    105 m · 7 sec · North Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto River Street

    1324 ft · 30 sec · River Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Factory Lane

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
66.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Merritt Parkway
8.93 mi · 35%
Sport Hill Road
7.13 mi · 28%
Cross Highway
1.89 mi · 7%
I 95
1.61 mi · 6%
Poverty Hollow Road
0.83 mi · 3%
Church Hill Road
0.57 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Merritt Parkway

Merge slight left onto Merritt Parkway

8.93 mi · 00h 12m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 37m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.6 mi
17.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Trumbull
00h 18m from Redding
Leave By
7:16 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny near Redding.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Trumbull is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Redding and 14 miles from Milford.

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

The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.55 one way or $7.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before leaving, the latest forecast around Redding is Mostly Sunny.

Stop Ideas Near Trumbull

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 Trumbull and the surrounding midpoint area.
Norwalk City Hall parking
Scenic stop 11.4 mi away

Norwalk City Hall parking

Norwalk , CT
City Hall Dr, Norwalk, CT 06851
Rating 4.0/5 27 reviews Parking lot
Bridgeport City Hall
Meeting point 4.3 mi away

Bridgeport City Hall

Bridgeport , CT
45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Rating 4.5/5 36 reviews City Hall
Edmond Town Hall
Nearby stop 13.4 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 Trumbull.

RAIL

Bridgeport

7 mi away
525 Water St.
RAIL

Union Station

24 mi away
50 Union Avenue
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

36 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Wallingford station

39 mi away
37 Hall Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Redding and Milford. Straight-line distance: 17.86 mi (28.75 km).

Redding

#1 Redding

Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Population9,051
Coordinates41.3026000, -73.3834500
Altitude181
CountryUnited States
Milford

#2 Milford

A city in New Haven County, Connecticut.

Population53,259
Coordinates41.2223200, -73.0565000
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Start: Cross Highway (-73.383478, 41.302734)
End: Factory Lane (-73.056608, 41.222268)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 41 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.9 gal
3.39 L · about $3.55
Round trip
$7.10
1.8 gal · 6.78 L
Estimated CO2
8 kg one way
Round trip: 16 kg / 35 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $3.55 $7.10
Mid-grade $4.46 $4.01 $8.02
Premium $4.86 $4.37 $8.74
Diesel $6.00 $5.40 $10.79

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Redding and Milford. The current time is 01:25:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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