Origin
Brookfield, CT
Night in Brookfield on Thursday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
38 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookfield, CT
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Bristol, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT covers 38 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Wolcott Road, Whisconier Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.8 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 38 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT covers 38 miles and takes about 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 20.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 25 / Whisconier Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 38 miles you will encounter 11 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 (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
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CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Turn left onto CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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I 84
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward University of Connecticut Campus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward University of Connecticut Campus
5
26.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
26.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Union Street
Turn sharp right onto Union Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT, road signs begin pointing toward University Of Connecticut Campus along the way.
University Of Connecticut Campus
26.5 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 20.8 mi | 24m |
| Wolcott Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Whisconier Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Wolcott Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Hawleyville Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Long Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Walnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 20.8 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookfield, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on US 202
54 ft
·
6 sec
·
Federal Road
2
Turn left onto CT 25
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Whisconier Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on CT 25
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hawleyville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge onto I 84
21 mi
·
24 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 22
Toward University of Connecticut Campus
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Main Street
8
Turn sharp right onto Union Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Union Street
9
Turn left onto South Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Elm Street
10
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Main Street
11
Turn left onto Cherry Street
490 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cherry Street
12
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
13
Continue on Long Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Hill Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto Wolcott Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolcott Street
15
Continue on CT 69
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Wolcott Road
16
Continue on CT 69
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolcott Street
17
Continue on CT 69
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Street
18
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Brookfield, CT · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Brookfield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bristol, 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
$6.12 one way
$12.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.28 | $14.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Bristol, CT
Night in Bristol on Thursday
Local time
9:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Oxford, CT
19 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
9 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
54m 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 Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT covers 38 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Wolcott Road, Whisconier Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Brookfield, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.12 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 38 miles you will encounter 11 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 (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brookfield, CT to Bristol, CT, road signs begin pointing toward University Of Connecticut Campus along the way.
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