Origin
Enfield, CT
Evening in Enfield on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enfield, CT to Hartford, CT
Drive Time
23m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enfield, CT
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Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Enfield and Hartford, this 17.4-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. You can expect to complete the drive in roughly 23 minutes, making it a highly efficient connection within Connecticut. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Because the distance is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. Whether you are commuting or heading into the city for an afternoon, this highway-focused path provides a reliable link between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8.7 miles from Enfield, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience dominated by interstate travel, as 82% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-91, which accounts for a 13.7-mile uninterrupted stretch of the journey. The transition from local roads like Enfield Street and King Street into the faster-paced interstate environment happens quickly. While the drive is purely functional rather than scenic, the consistent road quality keeps things predictable for the driver. You will find that the personality of the road remains steady and fast until you reach your destination in Hartford.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 13.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Enfield Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 91.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 17.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 32A-32B
Toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
8
15.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
7
16.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
7
16.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Asylum Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Enfield, CT to Hartford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
15.6 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 13.7 mi | 16m |
| Enfield Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| King Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 84 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Farmington Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 13.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enfield, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Enfield Street
2
Continue on US 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
King Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
4
Merge onto I 91
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 91
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 32A-32B
Toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 32A
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 84; US 6
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on Spring Street
370 ft
·
14 sec
·
Spring Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
Asylum Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
15
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 23-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should always check for standard traffic patterns on I-91 before heading out. You won't need to plan for any stops given the short duration of the trip, allowing you to drive straight through to your destination. Keep your $3 fuel estimate in mind as a baseline for your travel costs, though local pricing may vary slightly. My best advice is to utilize the local connector roads like King Street to get yourself situated before merging onto the main interstate stretch. This path is straightforward enough that you can easily navigate it on a whim without extensive preparation.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.7 miles from Enfield, CT, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17.4 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enfield, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Enfield, CT
This is one driving day of about 17.4 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Enfield, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 13.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.7 mi from Enfield, CT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.7 miles from Enfield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, CT
The final approach into Hartford, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hartford, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.79 one way
$5.57 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.05 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.31 | $6.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.87 | $7.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Evening in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
9 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
11 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
23m 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 Enfield, CT to Hartford, CT covers 17.4 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Enfield Street, King 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 8.7 miles from Enfield, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.79 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 17.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Enfield, CT to Hartford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
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