Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New London, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Manchester, CT
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The drive from New London, CT to Manchester, CT covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 2, CT 11, Manchester Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.3 miles on CT 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 43 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and CT 11. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.3 miles on CT 2.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and CT 11. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near CT 11.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m 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 13.3 miles (CT 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21 miles (CT 2): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto CT 11 toward CT 11 North: Colchester, Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto CT 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CT 83: East Glastonbury, Manchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto CT 83 / Manchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 6; US 44 / East Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New London, CT to Manchester, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.
Hartford
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| CT 11 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Manchester Road | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Hartford Turnpike | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Hartford-New London Turnpike | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| New London Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between New London, CT and Manchester, CT.
Start on Huntington Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Continue on CT 85
Continue on CT 85
Continue on CT 85
Enter roundabout onto CT 82
Continue on CT 82
Take the exit onto CT 11
Merge onto CT 2
Take the exit
Turn right onto CT 83
Continue on CT 83
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
Continue on US 6; US 44
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from New London, CT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from New London, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Manchester, CT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.92 one way
$13.84 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.23 | $16.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.53
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in New London on Saturday
Local time
1:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Afternoon in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
1:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
12°F
Hebron, CT
22 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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