Origin
Hamden, CT
Late night in Hamden on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamden, CT to Enfield, CT
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
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6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamden, CT
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Enfield, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hamden, CT to Enfield, CT covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Wilbur Cross Parkway, King Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.9 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
24.6 miles from Hamden, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 2m highway drive covering 49.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.9 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 32.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 49.2 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 1.5 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
13.8 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
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 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middle...
5
14.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
31.9 mi into trip
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~39m in
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I 91
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.1 mi into trip
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~58m in
Take the exit toward US 5: King Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward US 5: King Street
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 Hamden, CT to Enfield, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Middletown along the way.
Middletown
13.8 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 32.9 mi | 40m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| King Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Whitney Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Enfield Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Dixwell Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 32.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden, CT and Enfield, CT.
1
Start on CT 10
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitney Avenue
2
Turn left onto Dixwell Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dixwell Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward CT 15 North: Hartford
4
Merge onto CT 15
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 91
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 91
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward US 5: King Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn sharp right onto US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
King Street
10
Continue on US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Enfield Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
US 5
Trip Plan
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 24.6 miles from Hamden, CT, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 49.2 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.6 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enfield, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT
This is one driving day of about 49.2 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hamden, 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 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Hamden, CT · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Hamden, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Enfield, CT
The final approach into Enfield, 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 Enfield, 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
$7.92 one way
$15.84 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.71 | $17.43 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.42 | $18.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Enfield, CT
Late night in Enfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
25 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
2 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 2m 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 Hamden, CT to Enfield, CT covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Wilbur Cross Parkway, 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 24.6 miles from Hamden, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.92 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 8 significant decision points across 49.2 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 1.5 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hamden, CT to Enfield, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Middletown along the way.
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