Skip to main content

Trip from Franklin, CT to Hungary, CT

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 20m

Distance

59 mi

95 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 14m ★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Hungary, CT, CT

Hungary, CT

Tima Miroshnichenko

Trip Overview

The drive from Franklin, CT to Hungary, CT covers 59 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on CT 2, I 91, CT 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.4 miles on CT 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 59 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 20m highway drive covering 59 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.4 miles on CT 2.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59 miles you will encounter 13 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 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
3.8 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward CT 2 West: Hartford

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
8
38.4 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward I 84 West, I 91 North

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 1B Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
8
39.3 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport

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 51 Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley Interna...
7
48.7 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 40 Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
7
52.2 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | CT 20

Take the exit onto CT 20 toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Franklin, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Bradley International Airport and Granby.

Bradley International Airport

39.3 mi in | ~50m

Granby

52.2 mi in | ~1h 6m | via CT 20

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CT 2 34.4 mi 40m
I 91 9 mi 10m
CT 20 3.4 mi 5m
Route 32 3.3 mi 5m
Bradley International Airport Connector 2.8 mi 3m
Newgate Road 1.8 mi 4m
Copper Hill Road 1.6 mi 3m
I 84 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: CT 2 — 34.4 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, CT and Hungary, CT.

1

Start on Pound Hill Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Pound Hill Road
2

Turn right onto CT 32

3.3 mi · 5 min · Route 32
3

Continue on CT 32

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Franklin Turnpike
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
5

Merge onto CT 2

34 mi · 40 min · CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 84 West, I 91 North Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 84; US 6

0.4 mi · 33 sec · I 84; US 6
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 51 Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 91

9.0 mi · 10 min · I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 52 sec
Exit 40 Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on CT 20

2.8 mi · 3 min · Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit onto CT 20

3.4 mi · 5 min · CT 20
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto Newgate Road

1.8 mi · 4 min · Newgate Road
14

Turn left onto Copper Hill Road

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Copper Hill Road
15

Keep slight left at fork onto Copper Hill Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Copper Hill Road
16

Turn right onto Hungary Road

108 ft · 3 sec · Hungary Road
17

Arrive at destination

Hungary Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.5 mi from Franklin, CT · 37m into the drive

town in Hartford County, Connecticut, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Glastonbury, CT

30 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

Colchester, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Glastonbury, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.5 miles from Franklin, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hungary, CT

The final approach into Hungary, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.50 one way

$19.00 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $10.45 $20.90
premium $4.86 $11.30 $22.60
diesel $5.61 $13.03 $26.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.7 0 $6.19 $2.83
Efficient EV 14.8 0 $5.16 $2.36
EV Truck/SUV 23.6 0 $8.26 $3.78

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Franklin, CT

Afternoon in Franklin on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hungary, CT

Afternoon in Hungary on Thursday

Local time

2:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

17 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

1h 20m 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 Franklin, CT to Hungary, CT covers 59 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 91, CT 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.5 miles from Franklin, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.50 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 59 miles you will encounter 13 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 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Franklin, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Bradley International Airport and Granby.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Return Trip

Hungary, CT to Franklin, CT

Plan the drive back the other way.

59.9 mi 1h 21m

Explore more options from Franklin, CT or browse trips ending in Hungary, CT.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse CT road trips.

Explore maps for Franklin, CT or Hungary, CT on MapSof.net.