How far is Winsted, CT from Bridgeport, CT?
The driving distance from Winsted, CT to Bridgeport, CT is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
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.
The second most populous city in Connecticut.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winsted and Bridgeport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winsted and Bridgeport.
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Start on Park Place
31 m · 12 sec · Park Place
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2366 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
56.6 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street, Washington Avenue
719 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on Main Street, Washington Avenue
111 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Main Street South, East Washington Avenue
1381 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto Main Street
2720 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Fairfield Avenue
1 m · 1 sec · Fairfield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fairfield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winsted and Bridgeport.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
CT 8 SOUTH
Continue on CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
56.6 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Mostly Sunny near Winsted.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winsted to Bridgeport?
The road trip is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Waterbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Winsted and 29.1 miles from Bridgeport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.09 one way or $16.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before leaving, the latest forecast around Winsted is Mostly Sunny.
Stop Ideas Near Waterbury
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 Waterbury.
Meriden Transit Center
Wallingford station
Berlin
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winsted and Bridgeport. Straight-line distance: 51.7 mi (83.2 km).
#1 Winsted
City in Connecticut, United States
| Population | 7,712 |
| Coordinates | 41.9212100, -73.0601100 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bridgeport
The second most populous city in Connecticut.
| Population | 143,525 |
| Coordinates | 41.1792300, -73.1894500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-73.189437, 41.179239)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $8.09 | $16.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.14 | $18.27 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
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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