Origin
New Britain, CT
Evening in New Britain on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Britain, CT to Mansfield City, CT
Drive Time
56m
Distance
35.4 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
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.
New Britain, CT
David Kanigan
Mansfield City, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from New Britain, CT to Mansfield City, CT covers 35.4 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 44, I 384, Berlin Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.7 miles on US 44. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.67 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
17.7 miles from New Britain, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 56m highway drive covering 35.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 44 and I 384. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.7 miles on US 44.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
714 ft
34 ft
Total Climb
980 ft
Total Descent
620 ft
Highest Point
714 ft
~25.1 mi in
Elevation Range
680 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 44 and I 384. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 71 / Franklin Square.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 35.4 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: near the start (CT 71 / Franklin Square): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CT 71 / Franklin Square
Turn right onto CT 71 / Franklin Square
Navigation decision point
7
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward CT 175: Newington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 38
Toward CT 175: Newington
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
13.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 384 East: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
7
22.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 44
Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from New Britain, CT to Mansfield City, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Mansfield
22.8 mi in
|
~31m
|
via US 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 44 | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| I 384 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Cedar Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Stafford Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Mansfield City Road | 2.3 mi | 8m |
| CT 9 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| I 84 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 44
— 7.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain, CT and Mansfield City, CT.
1
Start on Whiting Street
34 ft
·
6 sec
·
Whiting Street
2
Turn right onto CT 71
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Franklin Square
3
Continue on CT 71
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chestnut Street
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward CT 9 North: Newington
6
Merge onto CT 9
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 9
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 38
Toward CT 175: Newington
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto CT 175
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Cedar Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on CT 175
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Wells Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 384
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 384
15
Continue on US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 6; US 44
16
Take the exit onto US 44
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
US 44
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Turn sharp right onto CT 32
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Stafford Road
18
Turn left onto Mansfield City Road
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Mansfield City Road
19
Arrive at destination
Mansfield City 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 17.7 miles from New Britain, CT, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.7 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 35.4 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.7 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mansfield City, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Britain, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 New Britain, CT
This is one driving day of about 35.4 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Britain, 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 US 44 for about 7.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.7 mi from New Britain, CT · 25m 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 35.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from New Britain, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mansfield City, CT
The final approach into Mansfield City, 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 Mansfield City, 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
$5.67 one way
$11.33 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.86 | $15.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.45
Berlin Turnpike
(6.5 mi)
$0.45
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
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
Mansfield City, CT
Evening in Mansfield City on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Clear
N 1 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
18 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
29 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
56m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from New Britain, CT to Mansfield City, CT covers 35.4 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 44, I 384, Berlin Turnpike. 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 New Britain, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.67 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 13 significant decision points across 35.4 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: near the start (CT 71 / Franklin Square): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from New Britain, CT to Mansfield City, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
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