How far is Stamford, CT from North Branford, CT?
The driving distance from Stamford, CT to North Branford, CT is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 22m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stamford and North Branford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stamford and North Branford.
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Start on Atlantic Street
662 ft · 18 sec · Atlantic Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
1460 ft · 57 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Grove Street
1703 ft · 49 sec · Grove Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 95 North: New Haven
1690 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
38.8 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 91 North: Hartford
1 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 17, CT 80: North Branford
680 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on CT 80 East: North Branford
149 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Foxon Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min · Foxon Boulevard
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Continue on Foxon Road
5.5 mi · 9 min · Foxon Road
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Turn right
31 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stamford and North Branford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
38.8 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Stamford and Rain Showers Likely near North Branford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stamford to North Branford?
The road trip is about 49.3 miles (79.3 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Stratford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Stamford and 24.7 miles from North Branford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Stamford and Rain Showers Likely near North Branford.
Stop Ideas Near Stratford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Norwalk City Hall parking
New Haven City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stratford.
Bridgeport
Union Station
Stamford Transportation Center
Wallingford station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stamford and North Branford. Straight-line distance: 44.36 mi (71.39 km).
#1 Stamford
The second most populous city in Connecticut.
| Population | 131,397 |
| Coordinates | 41.0534300, -73.5387300 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Branford
City in Connecticut, United States of America
| Population | 14,066 |
| Coordinates | 41.3276000, -72.7673200 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Branford (-72.76732, 41.3276)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.76 | $15.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.45 | $16.91 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.43 | $20.87 |
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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