This 42.5-mile drive from Hungary, CT to Durham, CT takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 62% of the journey on interstates, and a projected fuel cost of just $7. Given its short length and efficient path, you won't need an overnight stay. This quick connection within Connecticut's Northeast region offers a straightforward transit between two points, ideal for a quick errand or a short excursion without significant time commitment. It's a practical option for those looking to minimize travel time.
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
21.2 miles from Hungary, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 31m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 62% of the 42.5 miles spent on faster roads like I-91 and CT-9. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20 miles on I-91, providing a good opportunity to maintain a steady pace. As you transition from I-91 to CT-9 and then onto South Main Street, the character of the drive will shift from interstate cruising to more local road conditions. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and a brief period of navigating town streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 20 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and CT 9. 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 Complexity9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 42.5 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 6.8 miles (CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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6.4 mi into trip|~13m in|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
5
6.8 mi into trip|~13m in|CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector
Merge onto CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
8
30.3 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward CT 9 South: Middletown, Old Saybrook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 22S
Toward CT 9 South: Middletown, Old Saybrook
7
36.7 mi into trip|~51m in|CT 17
Take the exit onto CT 17 toward CT 17 South: South Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23A
Toward CT 17 South: South Main Street
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 Durham, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Old Saybrook.
Hartford
6.4 mi in|~13m|via CT 20
Old Saybrook
30.3 mi in|~43m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
20 mi
25m
CT 9
5.4 mi
7m
South Main Street
5.3 mi
10m
Bradley International Airport Connector
3.2 mi
3m
Turkey Hills Road
2.6 mi
4m
Rainbow Road
1.8 mi
3m
Hungary Road
1.3 mi
3m
CT 17
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 20 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and Durham, 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, HartfordUse 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: HartfordUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
20 mi·25 min·I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 22SToward CT 9 South: Middletown, Old SaybrookUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto CT 9
5.4 mi·7 min·CT 9
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto CT 17
0.5 mi·55 sec·CT 17
Exit 23AToward CT 17 South: South Main StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto CT 17
5.3 mi·10 min·South Main Street
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Turn left
130 ft·9 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over an hour, this route offers plenty of flexibility, so there's no need to rush or plan for overnight stops. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the worst of any potential commuter traffic on I-91. Since the drive is so short and fuel costs are minimal at an estimated $7, you likely won't need to worry about finding fuel stations unless you're starting with a very low tank. The longest stretch on I-91 is your best bet for a quick, uninterrupted segment, so be sure to check your navigation before you merge onto it.
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 21.2 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20 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 42.5 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.2 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Durham, 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 42.5 miles and 1h 2m.
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 91 for about 20 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.2 mi from Hungary, CT
· 31m into the drive
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Durham, CT
The final approach into Durham, 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 Durham, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.84 one way
$13.68 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg15 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$7.53
$15.06
premium
$4.86
$8.14
$16.28
diesel
$5.61
$9.38
$18.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
12.8
0
$4.46
$2.04
Efficient EV
10.6
0
$3.72
$1.70
EV Truck/SUV
17
0
$5.95
$2.72
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Forecast data refreshed 1 hour from now
Origin
Hungary, CT
Late night
in Hungary on Wednesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Durham, CT
Late night
in Durham on Wednesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
21 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 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 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 Hungary, CT to Durham, CT covers 42.5 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, CT 9, South Main 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 21.2 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 $6.84 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 11 significant decision points across 42.5 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 6.8 miles (CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hungary, CT and Durham, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Old Saybrook.
