Origin
Long Hill, CT
Afternoon in Long Hill on Monday
Local time
1:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
99.9 mi
161 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
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6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Hill, CT
David Kanigan
Danbury, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT covers 99.9 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Long Hill Road, Route 12, CT 9 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.99 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
49.9 miles from Long Hill, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 49m drive with frequent turns across 99.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Hill Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT is easy. At 1h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 12 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 9 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 66 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Meriden Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CT 39 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Long Hill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Hill, CT and Danbury, CT.
1
Start on Drozdyk Drive
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Drozdyk Drive
2
Turn right onto Long Hill Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Hill Road
3
Continue on Route 12
384 ft
·
8 sec
·
Route 12
4
Take the exit slight right
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge slight right
17 mi
·
21 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward CT 9 North: Essex, Hartford
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
CT 9 North: Essex, Hartford
7
Keep slight left to continue on CT 9 North: Essex, Hartford
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
CT 9 North: Essex, Hartford
8
Continue straight
23 mi
·
27 min
9
Turn left onto CT 66 West: Middletown
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
CT 66 West: Middletown
10
Continue on Washington Street
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
11
Continue on Meriden Road
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Meriden Road
12
Continue straight
7.8 mi
·
9 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 84 West: Waterbury
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84 West: Waterbury
14
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
42 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
CT 39, CT 53: Downtown Danbury, Bethel
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
17
Turn right onto Library Place
233 ft
·
10 sec
·
Library Place
18
Arrive at your destination
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 49.9 miles from Long Hill, CT, or about 54m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.9 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Danbury, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Long Hill, 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 Long Hill, CT
This is one driving day of about 99.9 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Long Hill, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.9 mi from Long Hill, CT · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.9 miles from Long Hill, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Danbury, CT
The final approach into Danbury, 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 Danbury, 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
$15.99 one way
$31.98 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
| premium | $4.83 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.80 |
| Efficient EV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $4.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40 | 0 | $13.99 | $6.39 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Danbury, CT
Afternoon in Danbury on Monday
Local time
1:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
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 49m 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 Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT covers 99.9 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Hill Road, Route 12, CT 9 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.9 miles from Long Hill, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.99 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.
The drive from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT is easy. At 1h 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Long Hill, CT to Danbury, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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