Origin
Hungary, CT
Evening in Hungary on Friday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hungary, CT to North Haven, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
North Haven, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Hungary, CT to North Haven, CT covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m 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 39.1 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 50.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Bradley International Airport Connector. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.1 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 13 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 39.1 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 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 8 key pointsThese 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
5
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12
Toward US 5
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 North 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 | 39.1 mi | 47m |
| 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 |
| Washington Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| CT 20 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Canal Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 39.1 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and North 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
39 mi
·
47 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 12
Toward US 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
US 5
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Hungary, CT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Hungary, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Haven, CT
The final approach into North Haven, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.11 one way
$16.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.93 | $17.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
North Haven, CT
Evening in North Haven on Friday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 7m 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 North Haven, CT covers 50.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m 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 25.2 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 $8.11 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 50.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 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 North Haven, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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