Origin
Glastonbury, CT
Evening in Glastonbury on Sunday
Local time
5:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glastonbury, CT to Manchester, CT
Drive Time
17m
Distance
8.7 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glastonbury, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Manchester, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute in Connecticut, the 8.7-mile connection between Glastonbury and Manchester is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight planning. Navigating via Hebron Avenue, Keeney Street, and West Center Street keeps you entirely on local roads, avoiding highway travel altogether. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move through the Northeast region. Since there are no required stops, you can easily complete this transit in one go. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local streets over high-speed interstates.
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
4.4 miles from Glastonbury, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 8.7-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed cruising. Because the highway share is zero percent, you will spend your entire time navigating surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 3.6-mile segment on Hebron Avenue, which dictates the primary pace of the drive. The road’s personality is practical and functional, requiring your full attention as you transition between local roads. Do not expect the monotony of a long-distance interstate haul; instead, anticipate a more engaged, localized driving experience that winds through the area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hebron Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Hebron Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m 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 0.2 miles (Hebron Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.2 miles (Hebron Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Hebron Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hebron Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hebron Avenue
Slight right onto Hebron Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hebron Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Keeney Street
Turn left onto Keeney Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.4 mi into trip
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~14m in
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West Center Street
Turn right onto West Center Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hebron Avenue | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Keeney Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| West Center Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| McKee Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hebron Avenue
— 3.6 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glastonbury, CT and Manchester, CT.
1
Start on Hebron Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Hebron Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
83 ft
·
4 sec
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Hebron Avenue
3
Continue on Hebron Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Hebron Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
57 ft
·
3 sec
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Hebron Avenue
5
Continue on Hebron Avenue
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Hebron Avenue
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto Keeney Street
3.4 mi
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6 min
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Keeney Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on McKee Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McKee Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto West Center Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West Center Street
9
Continue on US 6; US 44
336 ft
·
12 sec
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East Center Street
10
Arrive at destination
US 6; US 44
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 17-minute drive, you have immense flexibility in your departure time without needing to worry about complex pacing or rest schedules. Since you won't be hitting any major highways, keep an eye on local traffic patterns that might affect your travel time on these specific streets. You do not need to budget for extra fuel beyond the estimated $1, as the distance is quite minimal. One concrete tip: since the route relies entirely on local roads like Keeney Street and West Center Street, ensure your GPS is updated to handle frequent turns rather than long, straight stretches. Treat this as a simple point-to-point transit and enjoy the lack of highway congestion.
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 4.4 miles from Glastonbury, CT, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.6 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 8.7 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.4 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manchester, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Glastonbury, 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 Glastonbury, CT
This is one driving day of about 8.7 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glastonbury, 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 Hebron Avenue for about 3.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.4 mi from Glastonbury, CT · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.4 miles from Glastonbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manchester, CT
The final approach into Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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
$1.39 one way
$2.79 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.53 | $3.05 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.65 | $3.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.93 | $3.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
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
Manchester, CT
Evening in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
5:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
4 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.
Road read
17m 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 Glastonbury, CT to Manchester, CT covers 8.7 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hebron Avenue, Keeney Street, West Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.4 miles from Glastonbury, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.39 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 17m 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 0.2 miles (Hebron Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.2 miles (Hebron Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Hebron Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Glastonbury, CT to Manchester, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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