Origin
Lisbon, CT
Evening in Lisbon on Friday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, CT to Bristol, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, CT
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Bristol, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 62.8-mile drive from Lisbon to Bristol, Connecticut, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing CT 2, I-395, and I-84, this route offers a highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimated at just $10, it's an economical journey. The drive stays within the Northeast region, keeping the travel context consistent. Given its short duration and direct nature, this trip doesn't require an overnight stop, offering flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey on faster roads. You'll navigate segments of CT 2, I-395, and I-84, providing a consistent pace for most of the 62.8 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.4 miles on CT 2, allowing for a substantial period of steady driving. While primarily highway, the transitions between these main roads are generally smooth, maintaining the efficient character of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 34.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CT 138 / Newent Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.8 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 0.1 miles (CT 138 / Newent Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 138 / Newent Road
At end of road, turn left onto CT 138 / Newent Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward Hartford, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward Hartford, Colchester
6
8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward CT 2 West: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
8
42.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
7
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
CT 72
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lisbon, CT and Bristol, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Colchester.
Hartford
6.5 mi in
|
~8m
Colchester
6.5 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 34.4 mi | 40m |
| I 84 | 13.5 mi | 17m |
| I 395 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| CT 72 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Town Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Burnham Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| School Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 34.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on this road
338 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right
287 ft
·
27 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto CT 138
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Newent Road
4
Turn left onto CT 138; CT 169
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Burnham Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 395
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 395
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 14
Toward Hartford, Colchester
8
Turn right onto West Town Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Town Street
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
10
Merge onto CT 2
34 mi
·
40 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 84; US 6
13 mi
·
17 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
CT 72
Exit 33
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit onto CT 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto CT 72
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto CT 72
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
School Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto CT 69
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Lisbon, CT · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Lisbon, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, CT
The final approach into Bristol, 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
$10.11 one way
$20.22 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.12 | $22.25 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.03 | $24.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bristol, CT
Evening in Bristol on Friday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°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
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 20m 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 Lisbon, CT to Bristol, CT covers 62.8 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 84, I 395. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Lisbon, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.11 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 62.8 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 0.1 miles (CT 138 / Newent Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Lisbon, CT and Bristol, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Colchester.
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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