Origin
Bloomfield, CT
Morning in Bloomfield on Friday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield, CT to Waterbury, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield, CT
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Waterbury, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomfield, CT to Waterbury, CT covers 34.4 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Granby Street, Prospect Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.2 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 47m highway drive covering 34.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and Granby Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.2 miles on I 84.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Granby Street. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.4 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 44 / Albany Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Scarborough Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 44 / Albany Avenue
Turn right onto US 44 / Albany Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Scarborough Street
Turn left onto Scarborough Street toward I 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 84
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 26.2 mi | 31m |
| Granby Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Prospect Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Whitney Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Scarborough Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Meadow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cottage Grove Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 26.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, CT and Waterbury, CT.
1
Start on this road
214 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
91 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto CT 178
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
4
Turn right onto Tyler Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Tyler Street
5
Turn left onto CT 218
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Cottage Grove Road
6
Turn right onto Granby Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Granby Street
7
Turn right onto Westbourne Parkway
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Westbourne Parkway
8
Turn right onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Albany Avenue
9
Turn left onto Scarborough Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Scarborough Street
Toward I 84
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Whitney Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitney Street
11
Turn right onto Farmington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
12
Turn left onto Prospect Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Kane Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Kane Street
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
15
Merge onto I 84; US 6
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 21
Toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Meadow Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Meadow Street
19
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Bloomfield, CT · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Bloomfield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waterbury, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Waterbury, CT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.54 one way
$11.08 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.59 | $13.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Waterbury, CT
Morning in Waterbury on Friday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
28°F
Farmington, CT
17 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bloomfield, CT to Waterbury, CT covers 34.4 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Granby Street, Prospect Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Bloomfield, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.54 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.4 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 44 / Albany Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Scarborough Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomfield, CT to Waterbury, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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