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Trip from Hungary, CT to New Haven, CT

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Drive Time

1h 17m

Distance

58.4 mi

94 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 12m ★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Hungary, CT, CT

Hungary, CT

Tima Miroshnichenko

Downtown New Haven, CT, CT

New Haven, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hungary, CT to New Haven, CT covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 91, Bradley International Airport Connector, Turkey Hills Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.40 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

29.2 miles from Hungary, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 58.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Bradley International Airport Connector. The longest continuous stretch is about 47 miles on I 91.

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 47 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Bradley International Airport Connector. 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 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 58.4 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 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.

8
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
7
57.2 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Take the exit toward Trumbull Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 3 Toward Trumbull Street
6
58.1 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | College Street

Turn sharp left onto College Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Hungary, CT to New Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.

Hartford

6.4 mi in | ~13m | via CT 20

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 91 47 mi 57m
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 20 0.4 mi <1m
Canal Road 0.4 mi 1m
East Granby Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 91 — 47 mi, about 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and New Haven, 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

47 mi · 57 min · I 91
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 3 Toward Trumbull Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn straight onto Trumbull Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Trumbull Street
Use the straight lane.
13

Turn left onto Temple Street

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Temple Street
14

Turn right onto Grove Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Grove Street
15

Turn sharp left onto College Street

0.3 mi · 27 sec · College Street
16

Arrive at destination

College Street

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 29.2 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47 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 58.4 miles or 1h 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.2 miles or 41m 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 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, 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 58.4 miles and 1h 17m.

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 47 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.2 mi from Hungary, CT · 41m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

29 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

Smithtown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New Haven, CT

The final approach into New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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

$9.40 one way

$18.80 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $10.34 $20.69
premium $4.86 $11.18 $22.37
diesel $5.61 $12.89 $25.79

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: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.5 0 $6.13 $2.80
Efficient EV 14.6 0 $5.11 $2.34
EV Truck/SUV 23.4 0 $8.18 $3.74

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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 21 minutes from now

Origin

Hungary, CT

Morning in Hungary on Wednesday

Local time

6:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Haven, CT

Morning in New Haven on Wednesday

Local time

6:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

29 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 17m 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 New Haven, CT covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Bradley International Airport Connector, Turkey Hills Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 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 $9.40 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 58.4 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 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.
On the drive from Hungary, CT to New Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.

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