Origin
Mansfield City, CT
Evening in Mansfield City on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield City, CT to Hartford, CT
Drive Time
43m
Distance
26.7 mi
43 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield City, CT
David Kanigan
Hartford, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
The drive from Mansfield City, CT to Hartford, CT covers 26.7 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 384, Boston Turnpike, I 84 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on I 384. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.27 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
13.4 miles from Mansfield City, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 43m highway drive covering 26.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 384 and Boston Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.5 miles on I 384.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 384 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 384 and Boston Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near US 44 / Middle Turnpike.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 26.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles (US 44 / Middle Turnpike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 21.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
4.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 44 / Middle Turnpike
Turn sharp left onto US 44 / Middle Turnpike
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~35m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
23.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
|
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 none lane.
7
26 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
7
26.2 mi into trip
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~41m in
|
Asylum Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 384 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Boston Turnpike | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| I 84 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Stafford Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Mansfield City Road | 2.3 mi | 8m |
| Middle Turnpike | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| US 44 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 384
— 8.5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield City, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on Mansfield City Road
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Mansfield City Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto CT 32
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Stafford Road
3
Turn sharp left onto US 44
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Middle Turnpike
4
Continue on US 44
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Boston Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp onto US 44
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 44
6
Continue on I 384
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 384
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on Spring Street
370 ft
·
14 sec
·
Spring Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
Asylum Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
16
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
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 13.4 miles from Mansfield City, CT, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 26.7 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.4 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mansfield City, 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 Mansfield City, CT
This is one driving day of about 26.7 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mansfield City, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 384 for about 8.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.4 mi from Mansfield City, CT · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.4 miles from Mansfield City, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, CT
The final approach into Hartford, 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 Hartford, 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
$4.27 one way
$8.55 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $4.69 | $9.37 |
| premium | $4.83 | $5.08 | $10.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.93 | $11.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.52
Boston Turnpike
(6.9 mi)
$0.48
Middle Turnpike
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
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
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Hartford, CT
Evening in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
13 mi in
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Mansfield City, CT to Hartford, CT covers 26.7 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 384, Boston Turnpike, I 84. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.4 miles from Mansfield City, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.27 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 26.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles (US 44 / Middle Turnpike): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 21.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mansfield City, CT to Hartford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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