Origin
Hungary, CT
Late night in Hungary on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hungary, CT to East Haddam, CT
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
53.6 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
East Haddam, CT
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Trip Overview
This 53.6-mile drive from Hungary, CT to East Haddam, CT will take you approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-91 and CT-9, this route is a straightforward, highway-focused journey perfect for a day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within Connecticut. Since the origin and destination are both in the Northeast region, you won't experience significant regional shifts, making for a predictable and efficient travel experience. This trip is designed for minimal time commitment, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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
26.8 miles from Hungary, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 76% of the drive on major roadways like I-91 and CT-9. The longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 20 miles on I-91, offering a consistent pace. The Bradley International Airport Connector provides a brief but functional link between these main arteries. This route prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, meaning you'll likely encounter standard highway conditions for most of your journey, with minimal slowdowns or complex intersections.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 53.6 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 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
5
6.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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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
6
49.5 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam
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 East Haddam, CT, road signs point toward Hartford, Old Saybrook and Haddam.
Hartford
6.4 mi in
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~13m
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via CT 20
Old Saybrook
30.3 mi in
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~43m
Haddam
49.5 mi in
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~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 20 mi | 25m |
| CT 9 | 18.3 mi | 22m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Turkey Hills Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| CT 82 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Rainbow Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Hungary Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Bridge Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 20 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and East Haddam, 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
20 mi
·
25 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 22S
Toward CT 9 South: Middletown, Old Saybrook
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto CT 9
18 mi
·
22 min
·
CT 9
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam
14
Continue on CT 82
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 82
15
Enter roundabout onto CT 82; CT 154
190 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saybrook Road
16
Continue on CT 82; CT 154
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Saybrook Road
17
Enter roundabout onto CT 82
35 ft
·
0 sec
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Bridge Road
18
Continue on CT 82
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Road
19
Continue on CT 82
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Main Street
20
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 149
175 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
CT 149
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you, avoiding peak traffic. Since there are no specified stops, consider this a direct route where you can add breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the $9 estimated cost suggests you won't need extensive refueling. A practical tip for this drive is to be mindful of the transition from I-91 to CT-9; ensure you're in the correct lane well in advance to make the merge smoothly and maintain your momentum.
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 26.8 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 38m 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 53.6 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.8 miles or 38m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Haddam, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 53.6 miles and 1h 13m.
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 26.8 mi from Hungary, CT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Haddam, CT
The final approach into East Haddam, 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 East Haddam, 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
$8.63 one way
$17.26 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.83 | $23.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
East Haddam, CT
Late night in East Haddam on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
27 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
4 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 13m 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 East Haddam, CT covers 53.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, CT 9, Bradley International Airport Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.8 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 $8.63 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 53.6 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 East Haddam, CT, road signs point toward Hartford, Old Saybrook and Haddam.
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