How far is Stamford, CT from Greenwich, CT?

Fastest route

The route from Stamford, Connecticut, USA to Greenwich, Connecticut, USA is approximately 10 minutes long, covering a distance of 6.5 miles. The directions involve taking Washington Blvd and I-95 S.

Directions

  1. 🚗 Get on I-95 S from Washington Blvd.
  2. 🔄 Head north on Atlantic St toward Luther St.
  3. ⬅️ Turn left onto Washington Blvd.
  4. ➡️ Turn right to merge onto I-95 S.
  5. 🚦 Follow I-95 S to Arch St in Greenwich. Take exit 3 from I-95 S.
  6. ⤵️ Take exit 3 for Arch St toward Greenwich.
  7. 🛣️ Follow Arch St, Sound View Dr, and Field Point Rd to W Elm St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Use the middle lane to turn right onto Arch St.
  • ⬅️ Continue straight to stay on Arch St.
  • ⤵️ Turn left onto Sound View Dr.
  • ⤵️ Turn right onto Field Point Rd.
  • 📍 Arrive at Greenwich, Connecticut, USA.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
6.47 mi
00h 13m
Flight
5.03 mi
8.1 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
5.03 mi
Kilometers
8.1 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
6.47 mi
Kilometers
10.41 km
Drive Time
00h 13m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greenwich
Wed, Apr 22, 11:10 PM EDT
Return by in Stamford
Wed, Apr 22, 11:23 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Stamford
2026-04-22T22:57
Arrive Greenwich
Wed, Apr 22, 11:10 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:13 AM to 7:13 PM EDT

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

Leave by
8:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Stamford
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
Old Greenwich
CT

Census designated place

From Stamford
3.2 mi
00h 06m
To Greenwich
3.2 mi
00h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 12 mph SE
Destination
62°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Stamford and Greenwich.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stamford and Greenwich.

  1. 1

    Start on Atlantic Street

    662 ft · 17 sec · Atlantic Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Broad Street

    144 m · 30 sec · Broad Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Summer Street

    843 ft · 23 sec · Summer Street

  4. 4

    Turn slight left onto Bank Street

    142 m · 9 sec · Bank Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Atlantic Street

    1392 ft · 34 sec · Atlantic Street

  6. 6

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: New York City

    1118 ft · 27 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    4.8 mi · 6 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Arch Street

    791 ft · 29 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Arch Street

    757 ft · 20 sec · Arch Street

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Sound View Drive

    1145 ft · 23 sec · Sound View Drive

  11. 11

    Turn slight right onto Field Point Road

    1187 ft · 28 sec · Field Point Road

  12. 12

    Turn right onto West Elm Street

    16 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Elm Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Stamford and Greenwich.

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
13 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
200 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 95 South
4.99 mi · 77%
Atlantic Street
0.39 mi · 6%
Arch Street
0.29 mi · 5%
Field Point Road
0.22 mi · 3%
Sound View Drive
0.22 mi · 3%
Summer Street
0.16 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 95 South

Merge slight left

4.78 mi · 00h 06m

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 13m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.5 mi
5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Old Greenwich
00h 06m from Stamford
Leave By
8:04 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Stamford and Chance Rain Showers near Greenwich.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Stamford to Greenwich?

The road trip is about 6.5 miles (10.4 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?

Old Greenwich is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.2 miles from Stamford and 3.2 miles from Greenwich.

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

The direct path is about 5 miles (8.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 8:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.91 one way or $1.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Stamford and Chance Rain Showers near Greenwich.

Stop Ideas Near Old Greenwich

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 Old Greenwich and the surrounding midpoint area.
Norwalk City Hall parking
Scenic stop 10.6 mi away

Norwalk City Hall parking

Norwalk , CT
City Hall Dr, Norwalk, CT 06851
Rating 4.0/5 27 reviews Parking lot
City of Norwalk, Connecticut
Meeting point 10.6 mi away

City of Norwalk, Connecticut

Norwalk , CT
125 East Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
Rating 3.2/5 22 reviews City Hall
New Rochelle City Court
Nearby stop 13.4 mi away

New Rochelle City Court

New Rochelle , NY
City Hall, 475 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Rating 2.7/5 22 reviews City courthouse
Old Town Hall
Scenic stop 2.3 mi away

Old Town Hall

Greenwich , CT
Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830
Rating 3.9/5 10 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Old Greenwich.

RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

3 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

New Rochelle station

22 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza
RAIL

Yonkers station

30 mi away
5 Buena Vista Ave.
RAIL

Croton–Harmon station

33 mi away
1 Croton Point Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Stamford and Greenwich. Straight-line distance: 5.03 mi (8.1 km).

Stamford

#1 Stamford

The second most populous city in Connecticut.

Population131,397
Coordinates41.0534300, -73.5387300
Altitude7
CountryUnited States
Greenwich

#2 Greenwich

Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Population62,769
Coordinates41.0264900, -73.6284600
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Start: Atlantic Street (-73.539324, 41.053444)
End: West Elm Street (-73.628456, 41.026566)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 10 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.23 gal
0.86 L · about $0.91
Round trip
$1.81
0.46 gal · 1.72 L
Estimated CO2
2 kg one way
Round trip: 4.1 kg / 9 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $0.91 $1.81
Mid-grade $4.46 $1.03 $2.05
Premium $4.86 $1.12 $2.23
Diesel $6.00 $1.38 $2.76

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 Stamford and Greenwich. The current time is 22:57:00.

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.