Origin
McClaveville, CT
Evening in McClaveville on Thursday
Local time
6:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McClaveville, CT to Watertown, CT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
35.4 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Watertown, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from McClaveville, CT to Watertown, CT covers 35.4 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 8, Colebrook Road, US 6 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.7 miles on CT 8. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 35.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 35.4 miles, with most of the trip on CT 8 and Colebrook Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.7 miles on CT 8.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 8 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,281 ft
412 ft
Total Climb
579 ft
Total Descent
1,280 ft
Highest Point
1,281 ft
Elevation Range
869 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and Colebrook Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near McClave Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (McClave Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Prock Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (US 44; CT 183 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
McClave Road
At end of road, turn right onto McClave Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Prock Hill Road
Turn left onto Prock Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 44; CT 183 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 44; CT 183 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
CT 8
Continue onto CT 8 toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
8
30.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 West, CT 254: Thomaston, Watertown
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 38
Toward US 6 West, CT 254: Thomaston, Watertown
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 McClaveville, CT to Watertown, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Waterbury
10.9 mi in
|
~26m
|
via CT 8
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 19.7 mi | 22m |
| Colebrook Road | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| US 6 | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| McClave Road | 1.7 mi | 6m |
| Prock Hill Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Coe Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 19.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McClaveville, CT and Watertown, CT.
1
Start on McClave Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McClave Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto McClave Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
McClave Road
3
Turn left onto Prock Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Prock Hill Road
4
Turn left onto CT 183
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Colebrook Road
5
Continue on CT 183
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Coe Street
6
Turn left onto US 44; CT 183
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on CT 8
20 mi
·
22 min
·
CT 8
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 6
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 6
Exit 38
Toward US 6 West, CT 254: Thomaston, Watertown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto CT 63
44 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
CT 63
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.7 mi from McClaveville, CT · 34m 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from McClaveville, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Watertown, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Watertown, 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
$5.70 one way
$11.40 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.27 | $12.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.82 | $15.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 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 | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
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
Watertown, CT
Evening in Watertown on Thursday
Local time
6:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
4 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
57m 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 McClaveville, CT to Watertown, CT covers 35.4 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 8, Colebrook Road, US 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.7 miles from McClaveville, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.70 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 straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (McClave Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Prock Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (US 44; CT 183 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from McClaveville, CT to Watertown, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Waterbury along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 412 ft to 1,281 ft elevation with about 579 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Weir Farm National Historical Park.
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