Origin
Manchester, CT
Late night in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
2:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Manchester, CT to West Torrington, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
35.7 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, CT
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West Torrington, CT
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Trip Overview
Manchester, CT to West Torrington, CT is 35.7 miles and takes about 54 minutes via US 202 and I-84, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, taking you from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a relatively short drive, making it ideal for a quick day trip or an easy addition to a larger journey. You'll experience a mix of driving conditions, so be prepared for some variety as you make your way across the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 35.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed bag of road types, with 51% of it being highway driving. You'll encounter stretches on major roads like US 202 and I-84, which will allow for quicker travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 11 miles on US 202, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. As you progress, expect the road to transition between these faster sections and potentially more local roads as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 202 is the longest continuous segment at about 11 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, Boston
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, B...
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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I 84; US 6
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 44
Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
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 50
Toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manchester, CT and West Torrington, CT, road signs point toward Boston and New Haven.
Boston
2.8 mi in
|
~5m
New Haven
8 mi in
|
~12m
|
via US 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 11 mi | 13m |
| Albany Avenue | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Albany Turnpike | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Avon Mountain Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Elm Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 11 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, CT and West Torrington, CT.
1
Start on US 6; US 44
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Center Street
2
Continue on West Center Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Center Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Spencer Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Spencer Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Cemetery Road
352 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cemetery Road
5
Take the ramp
241 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, Boston
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 44
Exit 50
Toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
11
Continue on US 44
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 44
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Mountain Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 44; CT 10
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 44; US 202
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Albany Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 202
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 202
16
Turn right onto CT 4
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Elm Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on CT 4
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Migeon Avenue
18
Turn right onto Mountain Road
96 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mountain Road
19
Arrive at destination
Mountain Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.8 mi from Manchester, CT · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Manchester, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Torrington, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into West Torrington, CT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.75 one way
$11.49 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.32 | $12.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.84 | $13.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
Albany Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
West Torrington, CT
Late night in West Torrington on Saturday
Local time
2:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
28°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.
Road read
54m 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 Manchester, CT to West Torrington, CT covers 35.7 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 202, Albany Avenue, I 84. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.8 miles from Manchester, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.75 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Manchester, CT and West Torrington, CT, road signs point toward Boston and New Haven.
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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