Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, CT
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West Hartford, CT
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This 47.5-mile drive from Brooklyn, CT, to West Hartford, CT, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-384 and US-6, with some time on Willimantic Road. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, reflecting a relatively efficient trip within Connecticut. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially more local road sections. Given its short duration and manageable distance, there's no need to split this into an overnight stay; you can enjoy the flexibility of departing whenever suits you best.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with roughly 50% of your journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, including an uninterrupted 8.5-mile segment on I-384, offering a chance to cover ground efficiently. The inclusion of US-6 and Willimantic Road means you'll also encounter more varied road conditions and potentially slower speeds as you get closer to your destination. This blend means the drive isn't a monotonous interstate grind but offers a bit of change in pace throughout the 47.5 miles.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in near CT 66 / Willimantic Road.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 19.5 miles (CT 66 / Willimantic Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.9 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 66 / Willimantic Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto North Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 384 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| US 6 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Willimantic Road | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| I 84 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Jonathan Trumbull Highway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Hartford Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Farmington Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Hop River Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, CT and West Hartford, CT.
Start on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 66
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on I 384
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Take the exit
Continue on Spring Street
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
Turn right onto Dale Street
Turn right onto Brace Road
At end of road, turn right onto North Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from Brooklyn, CT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Brooklyn, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into West Hartford, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.65 one way
$15.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.41 | $16.83 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Friday
Local time
3:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Light Rain Likely
Destination
Afternoon in West Hartford on Friday
Local time
3:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
18°F
Vernon, CT
24 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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