Origin
Hamden, CT
Morning in Hamden on Monday
Local time
11:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
75.9 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
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6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m
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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Putnam, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dixwell Avenue, CT 15 North, Wilbur Cross Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.15 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
38 miles from Hamden, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 44m drive with frequent turns across 75.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dixwell Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dixwell Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Berlin Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 195 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Merrow Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tolland Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Dixwell Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden, CT and Putnam, CT.
1
Start on Whitney Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitney Avenue
2
Turn left onto Dixwell Avenue
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Dixwell Avenue
3
Take the ramp left toward CT 15 North: Hartford
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
CT 15 North: Hartford
4
Merge slight left onto Wilbur Cross Parkway
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
5
Continue on Berlin Turnpike
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
6
Merge slight right
1.4 mi
·
1 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 84 East: Boston
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 84 East: Boston
8
Take the exit slight right toward CT 195: Tolland, Mansfield
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
CT 195: Tolland, Mansfield
9
Turn right onto Merrow Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Merrow Road
10
Continue on Tolland Turnpike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tolland Turnpike
11
Continue on Storrs Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Storrs Road
12
Turn left onto Middle Turnpike
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Middle Turnpike
13
Continue on Boston Turnpike
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Turnpike
14
Continue on Squaw Hollow Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Squaw Hollow Road
15
Continue on Pompey Hollow Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pompey Hollow Road
16
Continue on Ashford Center Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashford Center Road
17
Continue on Hartford Turnpike
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Hartford Turnpike
18
Turn left onto Eastford Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastford Road
19
Turn right onto Boston Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Boston Turnpike
20
Continue on Brayman Hollow Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Brayman Hollow Road
21
Turn slight left onto Deerfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Deerfield Road
22
Continue on Putnam Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Putnam Road
23
Continue on Pomfret Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pomfret Street
24
Turn right onto Main Street
92 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
25
Arrive at your destination
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 38 miles from Hamden, CT, or about 52m into the drive.
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 75.9 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Putnam, 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 75.9 miles and 1h 44m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38 mi from Hamden, CT · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38 miles from Hamden, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Putnam, CT
The final approach into Putnam, 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 Putnam, 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
$12.15 one way
$24.30 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $13.32 | $26.64 |
| premium | $4.83 | $14.43 | $28.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.86 | $33.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Putnam, CT
Morning in Putnam on Monday
Local time
11:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 44m 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 Putnam, CT covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dixwell Avenue, CT 15 North, Wilbur Cross Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 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 $12.15 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.
The drive from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hamden, CT to Putnam, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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