The drive from Hungary, CT to New London, CT covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 2, I 91, CT 11 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.6 miles on CT 2.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.54 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.
Midpoint
32.8 miles from Hungary, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 65.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 33m highway drive covering 65.5 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.6 miles on CT 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 16 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
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
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
6
24.9 mi into trip|~37m in|CT 2
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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 London, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.
Hartford
6.4 mi in|~13m|via CT 20
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
Turkey Hills Road
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 23.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and New London, 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
2.1 mi·3 min·Broad Street
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Meridian Street
335 ft·17 sec·Meridian Street
23
Turn right onto State Street
289 ft·11 sec·State Street
24
Turn right onto Huntington Street
166 ft·5 sec·Huntington Street
25
Arrive at destination
Huntington 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 32.8 miles from Hungary, CT, or about 46m 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 46m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New London, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hungary, CT
This is one driving day of about 65.5 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Hungary, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 32.8 mi from Hungary, CT
· 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New London, CT
The final approach into New London, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
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
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.54 one way
$21.09 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.60
$23.20
premium
$4.86
$12.54
$25.09
diesel
$5.61
$14.46
$28.92
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: 22.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
AmpUp Charging Station
Granby, Connecticut
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.7
0
$6.88
$3.14
Efficient EV
16.4
0
$5.73
$2.62
EV Truck/SUV
26.2
0
$9.17
$4.19
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hungary, CT
Morning
in Hungary on Saturday
Local time
7:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New London, CT
Morning
in New London on Saturday
Local time
7:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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 33m 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 London, CT covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 33m 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 32.8 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 $10.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
On the drive from Hungary, CT to New London, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
