Origin
Clinton, CT
Morning in Clinton on Saturday
Local time
10:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, CT to Hungary, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
58.2 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, CT
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Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
The drive from Clinton, CT to Hungary, CT covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, CT 9, Higganum Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.37 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 58.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 58.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and CT 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 20 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 20 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and CT 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 81 / Hull Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 81 / Hull Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles (I 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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 81 / Hull Street
Turn right onto CT 81 / Hull Street
Navigation decision point
7
27.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
6
37.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 91
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
7
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
CT 20
Take the exit onto CT 20 toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
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 Clinton, CT to Hungary, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Granby along the way.
Granby
51.4 mi in
|
~1h 12m
|
via CT 20
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 20 mi | 24m |
| CT 9 | 12.8 mi | 16m |
| Higganum Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Killingworth Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| CT 20 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Killingworth Turnpike | 3 mi | 5m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 20 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, CT and Hungary, CT.
1
Start on US 1
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto CT 81
483 ft
·
11 sec
·
Hull Street
3
Turn right onto CT 81
228 ft
·
5 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Continue on CT 81
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
5
Continue on CT 81
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Killingworth Turnpike
6
Continue on CT 81
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Clinton Road
7
Enter roundabout onto CT 81
143 ft
·
2 sec
·
Higganum Road
8
Continue on CT 81
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Higganum Road
9
Continue on CT 81
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Killingworth Road
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward CT 9 North
11
Merge onto CT 9
13 mi
·
16 min
·
CT 9
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 29
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 91
9.7 mi
·
12 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on CT 20
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto CT 20
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 20
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto Newgate Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Newgate Road
19
Turn left onto Copper Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Copper Hill Road
20
Keep slight left at fork onto Copper Hill Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Copper Hill Road
21
Turn right onto Hungary Road
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hungary Road
22
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Clinton, CT · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Clinton, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hungary, CT
The final approach into Hungary, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.37 one way
$18.74 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.15 | $22.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.85 | $25.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.21
Killingworth Turnpike
(3 mi)
$0.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hungary, CT
Morning in Hungary on Saturday
Local time
10:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m 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 Clinton, CT to Hungary, CT covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, CT 9, Higganum Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from Clinton, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.37 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 58.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 81 / Hull Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles (I 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Clinton, CT to Hungary, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Granby along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New England National Scenic Trail.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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