Origin
New Britain, CT
Morning in New Britain on Monday
Local time
6:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Britain, CT to Sterling, CT
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
69.9 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Britain, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from New Britain, CT to Sterling, CT covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 2, I 395, I 91 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.4 miles on CT 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.19 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
34.9 miles from New Britain, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 69.9 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.4 miles on CT 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 69.9 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 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 29
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
8
13 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
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 25-26
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfiel...
9
13.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
8
15.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13 C
Toward CT 2 East: Norwich
6
16.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
CT 2
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between New Britain, CT and Sterling, CT, road signs point toward Old Wethersfield and Oneco.
Old Wethersfield
13 mi in
|
~16m
Oneco
64.1 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 32.4 mi | 37m |
| I 395 | 15.8 mi | 17m |
| I 91 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| CT 9 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| Plainfield Pike | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| CT 3 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 32.4 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain, CT and Sterling, CT.
1
Start on Whiting Street
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
Whiting Street
2
Turn left onto CT 71
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto Ellis Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Ellis Street
4
Turn right onto Columbus Boulevard
160 ft
·
4 sec
·
Columbus Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
6
Merge onto CT 9
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 29
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 91
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 25-26
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 25
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto CT 3
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
CT 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 13 C
Toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto CT 2
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
CT 2
14
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
19 mi
·
22 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 2
13 mi
·
14 min
·
CT 2
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 37
Toward I 395 North: Providence
17
Merge onto I 395; CT 2A
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 395; CT 2A
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29
Toward CT 14A: Plainfield, Oneco
19
Turn right onto CT 14A
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Plainfield Pike
20
Turn left onto Church Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Church Street
21
At end of road, turn right onto CT 14
238 ft
·
4 sec
·
Sterling Road
22
Arrive at destination
CT 14
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 34.9 miles from New Britain, CT, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 69.9 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.9 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sterling, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 69.9 miles and 1h 27m.
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 CT 2 for about 32.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.9 mi from New Britain, CT · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from New Britain, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sterling, CT
The final approach into Sterling, 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 Sterling, 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
$11.19 one way
$22.38 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.27 | $24.53 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.29 | $26.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.53 | $31.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Sterling, CT
Morning in Sterling on Monday
Local time
6:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 27m 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 Sterling, CT covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 395, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.9 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 $11.19 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 19 significant decision points across 69.9 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 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between New Britain, CT and Sterling, CT, road signs point toward Old Wethersfield and Oneco.
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