This 67.4-mile drive from Hungary to Groton, Connecticut, will take approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey, with about 77% of the route utilizing major roads like CT 2 and I-91 before transitioning to CT 11. Given its short duration and manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $11, making it an economical option. You'll remain within the Northeast region and stay entirely within Connecticut for this entire trip.
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
33.7 miles from Hungary, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for the majority of this 1 hour and 36-minute drive. With 77% of the route on major highways, including stretches on CT 2 and I-91, the pace is generally brisk. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.6 miles on CT 2, offering a sustained period of highway driving. While primarily focused on interstates, the transition to CT 11 might introduce slightly different road characteristics as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 91. 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 Complexity10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 67.4 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 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 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
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
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19.8 mi into trip|~29m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, CT 2 East: East Hartford, New London
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 30
Toward I 84 East, CT 2 East: East Hartford, New...
7
20.4 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 55
Toward CT 2 East: Norwich
7
63.3 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Groton, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and New London.
Hartford
6.4 mi in|~13m|via CT 20
New London
19.8 mi in|~29m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CT 2
23.6 mi
28m
I 91
9.5 mi
11m
CT 11
7.6 mi
9m
Hartford Turnpike
4.4 mi
8m
Bradley International Airport Connector
3.2 mi
3m
Hartford-New London Turnpike
3.1 mi
5m
New London Road
2.8 mi
4m
I 95
2.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 23.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and Groton, 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
9.5 mi·11 min·I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 30Toward I 84 East, CT 2 East: East Hartford, New LondonUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 44
0.5 mi·43 sec·I 84; US 6; US 44
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 55Toward CT 2 East: NorwichUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto CT 2
4.3 mi·6 min·CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
19 mi·22 min·CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 11
7.6 mi·9 min·CT 11
17
At end of road, turn left onto CT 82
1.2 mi·1 min·East Haddam Road
18
Continue on CT 85
2.8 mi·4 min·New London Road
19
Continue on CT 85
3.1 mi·5 min·Hartford-New London Turnpike
20
Continue on CT 85
4.4 mi·8 min·Hartford Turnpike
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on CT 85
307 ft·13 sec·Broad Street
Use the left lane.
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Use the left lane.
23
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi·3 min·I 95
24
Take the exit onto US 1
0.1 mi·23 sec·US 1
Exit 85Toward US 1 North: Thames Street, Downtown Groton
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·49 sec
26
Keep slight left at fork
226 ft·9 sec
27
Continue on North Street
0.3 mi·35 sec·North Street
28
Continue on Mitchell Street
0.5 mi·55 sec·Mitchell Street
29
Turn right onto Ledyard Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Ledyard Avenue
30
Turn sharp right onto Smith Street
27 ft·1 sec·Smith Street
31
Arrive at destination
Smith Street
Trip Plan
This relatively short 67.4-mile trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. With a duration of just 1 hour and 36 minutes, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive or extensive rest stops. The estimated fuel cost of $11 is quite low, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 23.6-mile stretch on CT 2, to ensure a smooth journey without unnecessary stops.
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 33.7 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.6 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 67.4 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.7 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Groton, 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 67.4 miles and 1h 36m.
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 CT 2 for about 23.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.7 mi from Hungary, CT
· 47m into the drive
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Groton, CT
The final approach into Groton, 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 Groton, 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
$10.85 one way
$21.70 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.94
$23.88
premium
$4.86
$12.91
$25.81
diesel
$5.61
$14.88
$29.76
Estimated Tolls: $0.53
Hartford Turnpike
(4.4 mi)$0.31
Hartford-New London Turnpike
(3.1 mi)$0.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.2
0
$7.08
$3.24
Efficient EV
16.9
0
$5.90
$2.70
EV Truck/SUV
27
0
$9.44
$4.31
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 5 days ago
Origin
Hungary, CT
Late night
in Hungary on Wednesday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Groton, CT
Late night
in Groton on Wednesday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
34 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
6 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 36m 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 Groton, CT covers 67.4 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 91, CT 11. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.7 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 $10.85 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 20 significant decision points across 67.4 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 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hungary, CT and Groton, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and New London.
