Origin
Georgetown, CT
Morning in Georgetown on Friday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, CT to New Britain, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, CT
David Kanigan
New Britain, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Georgetown, CT to New Britain, CT covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Sugar Hollow Road, Ethan Allen Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.7 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.58 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 59.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 59.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and Sugar Hollow Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.7 miles on I 84.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Sugar Hollow Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in near I 84; US 6.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.5 miles you will encounter 7 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 13.4 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.1 miles (CT 72): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6 toward Waterbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Waterbury
8
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
CT 72
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 72 toward CT 72 East: New Britain
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 35
Toward CT 72 East: New Britain
7
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward Downtown New Britain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1D
Toward Downtown New Britain
5
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
CT 71 / Franklin Square
Turn right onto CT 71 / Franklin Square
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Georgetown, CT to New Britain, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
13.4 mi in
|
~22m
|
via I 84; US 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 42.7 mi | 50m |
| Sugar Hollow Road | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| CT 72 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Danbury Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Columbus Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Square | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 42.7 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, CT and New Britain, CT.
1
Start on US 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
2
Continue on US 7
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 7
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
4
Continue on US 7
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sugar Hollow Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
43 mi
·
50 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 72
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 72
Exit 35
Toward CT 72 East: New Britain
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1D
Toward Downtown New Britain
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on Columbus Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Columbus Boulevard
9
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn right onto CT 71
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Franklin Square
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left
195 ft
·
21 sec
12
Turn left onto Whiting Street
154 ft
·
4 sec
·
Whiting Street
13
Arrive at destination
Whiting Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.7 mi from Georgetown, CT · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Georgetown, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Britain, CT
The final approach into New Britain, 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
$9.58 one way
$19.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 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 | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
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.
Destination
New Britain, CT
Morning in New Britain on Friday
Local time
6:14 AM
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
1h 19m 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 Georgetown, CT to New Britain, CT covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Sugar Hollow Road, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.7 miles from Georgetown, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.58 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 59.5 miles you will encounter 7 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 13.4 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.1 miles (CT 72): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Georgetown, CT to New Britain, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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