Origin
East Hampton, CT
Morning in East Hampton on Saturday
Local time
7:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Hampton, CT to Waterbury, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
33.6 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Hampton, CT
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Waterbury, CT
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Trip Overview
East Hampton, CT to Waterbury, CT is 33.6 miles and takes about 49m via I 691 and I 84, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive offers a mixed driving profile, suggesting you'll encounter both faster highway sections and potentially some local road navigation. Given its short duration, it's an ideal route for a quick transition between these areas, whether for business or leisure, without requiring an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 33.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route features a 45% highway share, indicating a blend of interstate cruising and local road driving. You'll experience a continuous stretch of about 7.8 miles on I 691, which is the longest uninterrupted segment. Expect the drive to involve navigating through the Meriden Road area, which suggests a transition to more urban or suburban road conditions after leaving the interstate. The overall profile is 'mixed drive,' so be prepared for shifts in speed limits and traffic patterns as you progress from highway to surface streets.
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 691 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 8.6 miles in near CT 17; CT 66 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 33.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (CT 17; CT 66 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles (CT 3 / Newfield Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 10.5 miles (CT 66 / Washington Street): 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.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CT 17; CT 66 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto CT 17; CT 66 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
CT 3 / Newfield Street
At end of road, turn left onto CT 3 / Newfield Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
10.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
CT 66 / Washington Street
Turn right onto CT 66 / Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
24.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 8B
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
8
32.6 mi into trip
|
~47m 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 691 | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| I 84 | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| Meriden Road | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Portland-Cobalt Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| West High Street | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Washington Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Marlborough Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 691
— 7.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Hampton, CT and Waterbury, CT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto CT 66
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West High Street
3
Continue on CT 66
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Portland-Cobalt Road
4
Continue on CT 17; CT 66
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Marlborough Street
Use the straight lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto CT 17; CT 66
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto Prospect Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Prospect Street
8
Continue on Liberty Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Liberty Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto CT 3
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Newfield Street
10
Turn right onto CT 66
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 66
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Meriden Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 691
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 691
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8B
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
14
Merge onto I 84
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 21
Toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Meadow Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Meadow Street
17
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from East Hampton, CT · 28m 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 33.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from East Hampton, 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
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.43 | $12.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 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 | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
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 Saturday
Local time
7:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Rain Showers
N 2 to 7 mph
44% chance
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
36 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
49m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Hampton, CT to Waterbury, CT covers 33.6 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 691, I 84, Meriden Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from East Hampton, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.41 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 is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 33.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (CT 17; CT 66 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles (CT 3 / Newfield Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 10.5 miles (CT 66 / Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from East Hampton, CT to Waterbury, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
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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