Origin
Deep River, CT
Afternoon in Deep River on Friday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deep River, CT to Hartford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deep River, CT
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Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
This 34.4-mile drive from Deep River, CT, to Hartford, CT, is a quick and easy trip, taking around 44 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing CT 9 and I-91, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a straightforward journey. With a projected fuel cost of just $6 and a recommended one-day duration, this is an ideal option for a quick day trip or a convenient segment of a larger New England adventure. You'll be traveling within Connecticut for the entirety of this short haul, making navigation simple and familiar. The efficient nature of this drive allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 34.4-mile journey, with 91% of the drive taking place on major roads like CT 9 and I-91. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.7 miles on CT 9, offering a consistent flow of travel. While largely a highway cruise, the transition onto Elm Street as you approach your destination will introduce a brief change in pace. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, making it a predictable and smooth ride for most of its duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 9 and I 91. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
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 8 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 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward CT 9 North: Middletown
Navigation decision point
Toward CT 9 North: Middletown
7
22.6 mi into trip
|
~28m 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
5
23.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Capitol Area
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Capitol Area
5
33.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Capitol Avenue
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 9 | 21.7 mi | 26m |
| I 91 | 9.7 mi | 12m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Capitol Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Hudson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Armory Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| River Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 9
— 21.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deep River, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on River Street
14 ft
·
2 sec
·
River Street
2
Continue on CT 80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward CT 9 North: Middletown
4
Merge onto CT 9
22 mi
·
26 min
·
CT 9
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 29
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 91
9.7 mi
·
12 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Capitol Area
Use the slight left lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto Hudson Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Hudson Street
9
Continue on Hudson Street
490 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hudson Street
10
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
12
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
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
Hartford, CT
Afternoon in Hartford on Friday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
24 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
44m 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 Deep River, CT to Hartford, CT covers 34.4 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 9, I 91, Elm Street. 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 Deep River, 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 8 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: at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Deep River, CT to Hartford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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