Origin
Hungary, CT
Late night in Hungary on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hungary, CT to Coventry, CT
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Coventry, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 39.9-mile drive from Hungary, CT to Coventry, CT should take you about 58 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on I-384, I-91, and I-291, with 59% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $6 for this short hop within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some slower sections as you approach your destination. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; this is an easy, quick excursion.
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
20 miles from Hungary, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Your journey will feature a substantial highway share at 59%, indicating a good portion of this 39.9-mile trip will be on faster-paced interstate roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.3 miles on I-384, offering a period of consistent cruising. The 'Mixed drive' profile suggests that while the interstates dominate, you might experience some transitions or varied road types as you navigate between them and approach your final destination in Coventry. This route offers a practical blend of efficient travel and the occasional shift in road character.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 384 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in near CT 20.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 39.9 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 6.4 miles (CT 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
6.4 mi into trip
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~13m in
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CT 20
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20 toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
7
10 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
7
16.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
Take the exit toward I 291: Manchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35A
Toward I 291: Manchester
7
22.3 mi into trip
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~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 84 West: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
7
23.8 mi into trip
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~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 384 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 384 East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hungary, CT and Coventry, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Mansfield.
Hartford
6.4 mi in
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~13m
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via CT 20
Mansfield
31.7 mi in
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~44m
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via US 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 384 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| I 91 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| I 291 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| US 44 | 4 mi | 6m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Turkey Hills Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Rainbow Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 384
— 7.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and Coventry, CT.
1
Start on Hungary Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Hungary Road
2
Turn left onto Canal Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Road
3
Turn left onto CT 20
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Granby Road
4
Continue on CT 20
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Turkey Hills Road
5
Continue on CT 20
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Rainbow Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp onto CT 20
362 ft
·
6 sec
·
CT 20
7
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
CT 20
Toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto CT 20
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 35A
Toward I 291: Manchester
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 291
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 291
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 384 East: Spencer Street, Silver Lane
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 384 East
Use the slight left lane.
16
Continue on I 384
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 384
17
Continue on US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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US 6; US 44
18
Take the exit onto US 44
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 44
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Turn right onto CT 31
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
CT 31
Trip Plan
With a duration of just 58 minutes, this 39.9-mile trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. You can easily leave in the morning or afternoon without significantly impacting your schedule. Since it's a short drive with a low estimated fuel cost of $6, you likely won't need many stops, but it's always wise to be aware of your fuel gauge, especially on the longest stretch of 7.3 miles on I-384. Consider taking advantage of the short distance to be spontaneous and stop for a quick break if needed, perhaps before merging onto I-91 or I-291.
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 20 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 39.9 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coventry, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hungary, 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 Hungary, CT
This is one driving day of about 39.9 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hungary, 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 384 for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Hungary, CT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coventry, CT
The final approach into Coventry, 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 Coventry, 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
$6.42 one way
$12.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Coventry, CT
Late night in Coventry on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
20 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
58m 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 Hungary, CT to Coventry, CT covers 39.9 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 384, I 91, I 291. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Hungary, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.42 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 12 significant decision points across 39.9 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 6.4 miles (CT 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hungary, CT and Coventry, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Mansfield.
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