Origin
East Haven, CT
Night in East Haven on Friday
Local time
9:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
32.2 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Haven, CT
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New Britain, CT
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Trip Overview
East Haven to New Britain is 32.2 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I-91 and CT-15, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a quick, highway-focused journey connecting two points within Connecticut. You'll primarily be on major interstates, making for efficient travel between these Northeast destinations. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing ample time for activities at either end. Plan for a straightforward drive with minimal detours.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 32.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of the drive on major roads like I-91 and CT-15. You'll encounter a 16.7-mile stretch on I-91 without needing to exit, providing a consistent pace. The character of the drive is urban and suburban interstate travel, meaning you'll experience highway speeds for most of the journey. Expect a direct and efficient path that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly rather than offering scenic vistas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and CT 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Townsend Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 32.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Townsend Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Townsend Avenue
Turn right onto Townsend Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
20.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 North
8
28.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the ramp toward CT 9 North: New Britain
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
31 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward CT 71: Kensington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1
Toward CT 71: Kensington
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| CT 15 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| CT 9 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| East Ferry Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Frontage Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Saltonstall Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Farren Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 16.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Haven, CT and New Britain, CT.
1
Start on Hemingway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Hemingway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Saltonstall Parkway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
Frontage Road
4
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Forbes Avenue
5
Turn right onto Townsend Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Townsend Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Fairmont Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Fairmont Avenue
7
Turn right onto Farren Avenue
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Farren Avenue
8
Turn left onto East Ferry Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Ferry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
10
Merge onto I 91
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 17
Toward CT 15 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto CT 15
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
CT 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
514 ft
·
14 sec
14
Turn slight right
291 ft
·
7 sec
15
Turn slight right onto CT 372
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Frontage Road
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto CT 9
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 9
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 1
Toward CT 71: Kensington
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto CT 71
241 ft
·
4 sec
·
New Britain Road
21
Continue on CT 71
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
22
Turn right
195 ft
·
21 sec
23
Turn left onto Whiting Street
154 ft
·
4 sec
·
Whiting Street
24
Arrive at destination
Whiting Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.18 one way
$10.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.70 | $11.41 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
New Britain, CT
Night in New Britain on Friday
Local time
9:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
19 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
43m 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 East Haven, CT to New Britain, CT covers 32.2 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, CT 15, CT 9. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 miles from East Haven, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.18 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 16 decision points packed into just 32.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Townsend Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from East Haven, CT to New Britain, 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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