Origin
Farmington, CT
Late night in Farmington on Saturday
Local time
3:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington, CT to Hartford, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington, CT
David Kanigan
Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
Farmington, CT to Hartford, CT is 9.3 miles and takes about 15m via CT 4, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip keeps you entirely within Connecticut, a state known for its historic charm and picturesque New England landscapes. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or an easy addition to a larger regional exploration. Expect a straightforward journey that's easy to navigate, making it perfect for those who prefer minimal driving time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 9.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of the 9.3 miles on faster roads. You'll spend most of your time on CT 4, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 7.6 miles. While the highway nature suggests a brisk pace, the route's progression through Farmington Avenue and Main Street in Hartford will eventually bring you into more of a local road feel as you approach your destination. It's a quick transition from more open driving to a more urban environment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 4 and Farmington Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.6 miles (CT 4 / Farmington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.6 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
0.6 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 4 / Farmington Avenue
Turn straight onto CT 4 / Farmington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Capitol Avenue
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Armory Road
Turn left onto Armory Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 4 | 7.6 mi | 12m |
| Farmington Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armory Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 4
— 7.6 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on CT 10
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
2
Take the exit
275 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn straight onto CT 4
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn slight right onto CT 4
7.6 mi
·
12 min
·
CT 4
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
8
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.50 one way
$2.99 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.65 | $3.29 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Late night in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
3:09 AM
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
38 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
15m 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 Farmington, CT to Hartford, CT covers 9.3 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 4, Farmington Avenue, Main 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 4.7 miles from Farmington, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.50 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 straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.6 miles (CT 4 / Farmington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Farmington, 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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