Origin
New Britain, CT
Late night in New Britain on Friday
Local time
2:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Britain, CT to Stafford, CT
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
54m
Distance
39.8 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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.
New Britain, CT
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Stafford, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Britain, CT to Stafford, CT covers 39.8 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Berlin Turnpike, River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.3 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 39.8 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 (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 39.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and Berlin Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.3 miles on I 84.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Berlin Turnpike. 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 39.8 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: 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 14 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.
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6 toward I 84 East: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 84 East: Boston
7
32.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward CT 32: Stafford Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70
Toward CT 32: Stafford Springs
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| River Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Cedar Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| East Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| CT 9 | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain, CT and Stafford, 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 left at fork onto I 84; US 6
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 70
Toward CT 32: Stafford Springs
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto CT 32
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
River Road
16
Enter roundabout onto CT 190
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Main Street
17
Continue on CT 190
107 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Continue on CT 190
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
19
Turn left onto CT 19
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Street
20
Arrive at destination
CT 19
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.9 mi from New Britain, CT · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from New Britain, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stafford, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Stafford, 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
$6.41 one way
$12.81 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.62 | $15.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Stafford, CT
Late night in Stafford on Friday
Local time
2:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
22 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
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 New Britain, CT to Stafford, CT covers 39.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Berlin Turnpike, River Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.9 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 $6.41 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 14 decision points packed into just 39.8 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: 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.
The route from New Britain, CT to Stafford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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