Origin
Meriden, CT
Evening in Meriden on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Meriden, CT to Deep River, CT
Drive Time
38m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
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 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Meriden, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Deep River, CT
Donald Tong
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Connecticut, the 27.6-mile journey from Meriden to Deep River offers an efficient connection between these two Northeast locations. Expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn’t require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-691, CT-66, and CT-9, which keep the transit time brief. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should be sufficient for this short distance. Because the route is straightforward and compact, it serves as a reliable option for travelers looking to move between these regions without unnecessary logistical hurdles.
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
13.8 miles from Meriden, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a steady rhythm, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.5 miles spent on CT-9. The personality of the drive shifts from the initial interstate access of I-691 to the more sustained highway experience of the state routes. Because there are zero formal stops planned, you can expect a direct, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over frequent detours. It is a functional, streamlined drive that gets you to your destination with minimal friction.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 9 and CT 66. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lewis Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Lewis Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 691): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lewis Avenue
Turn right onto Lewis Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 691 East: Middletown
Navigation decision point
Toward I 691 East: Middletown
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 691
Merge onto I 691
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
10 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward CT 9 South, CT 17 South: Old Saybrook, New Haven
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CT 9 South, CT 17 South: Old Saybrook, N...
5
10 mi into trip
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~16m in
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CT 9; CT 17
Merge onto CT 9; CT 17
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Meriden, CT to Deep River, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Haven along the way.
New Haven
10 mi in
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~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 9 | 16.5 mi | 19m |
| CT 66 | 7 mi | 11m |
| I 691 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Elm Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lewis Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| River Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
CT 9
— 16.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meriden, CT and Deep River, CT.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Lewis Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewis Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 691 East: Middletown
4
Merge onto I 691
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 691
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on CT 66
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
CT 66
Use the none lane.
6
Take the ramp
132 ft
·
3 sec
Toward CT 9 South, CT 17 South: Old Saybrook, New Haven
7
Merge onto CT 9; CT 17
17 mi
·
19 min
·
CT 9; CT 17
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 7
Toward CT 80: Deep River
9
Turn left onto CT 80
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
10
Turn straight onto River Street
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
River Street
11
Arrive at destination
River Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 38-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex pacing or overnight rest stops, allowing you to focus entirely on the quick transition between towns. Given the high percentage of highway travel, stay alert for typical traffic flow changes when transitioning between I-691 and CT-9. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind, but since the trip is under 30 miles, you likely won't need to refuel mid-journey. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by planning your arrival in Deep River to coincide with your scheduled local activities.
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 13.8 miles from Meriden, CT, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.5 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 27.6 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deep River, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT
This is one driving day of about 27.6 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Meriden, 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 CT 9 for about 16.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from Meriden, CT · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Meriden, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deep River, CT
The final approach into Deep River, 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 Deep River, 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
$4.42 one way
$8.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $4.84 | $9.69 |
| premium | $4.83 | $5.25 | $10.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Deep River, CT
Evening in Deep River on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
14 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
13 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
38m 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 Meriden, CT to Deep River, CT covers 27.6 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 9, CT 66, I 691. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from Meriden, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.42 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 27.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Lewis Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 691): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Meriden, CT to Deep River, CT, road signs begin pointing toward New Haven along the way.
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