Origin
North Granby, CT
Afternoon in North Granby on Friday
Local time
1:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Granby, CT to New Haven, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
61 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Granby, CT
Miller Reyes
New Haven, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Granby, CT to New Haven, CT covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, North Granby Road, Bradley International Airport Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 61 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 61 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and North Granby Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 47 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 47 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and North Granby Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near CT 20.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61 miles you will encounter 11 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 9.1 miles (CT 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles (CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
9.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CT 20
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20 toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
5
9.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector
Merge onto CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
7
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward Trumbull Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward Trumbull Street
6
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
College Street
Turn sharp left onto College Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Granby, CT to New Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.
Hartford
9.1 mi in
|
~17m
|
via CT 20
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 47 mi | 57m |
| North Granby Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Turkey Hills Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Rainbow Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Granby Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| CT 20 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| College Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 47 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Granby, CT and New Haven, CT.
1
Start on East Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Street
2
Turn left onto CT 189
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Granby Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CT 20; CT 189
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Granby Road
4
Continue on CT 20
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Turkey Hills Road
5
Continue on CT 20
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Rainbow Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp onto CT 20
362 ft
·
6 sec
·
CT 20
7
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
CT 20
Toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto CT 20
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
47 mi
·
57 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 3
Toward Trumbull Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Trumbull Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Trumbull Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Temple Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Temple Street
14
Turn right onto Grove Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Grove Street
15
Turn sharp left onto College Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
College Street
16
Arrive at destination
College Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.5 mi from North Granby, CT · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from North Granby, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Haven, CT
The final approach into New Haven, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.64 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.80 | $21.61 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.54 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
New Haven, CT
Afternoon in New Haven on Friday
Local time
1:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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
1h 22m 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 North Granby, CT to New Haven, CT covers 61 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, North Granby Road, Bradley International Airport Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.5 miles from North Granby, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.82 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 61 miles you will encounter 11 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 9.1 miles (CT 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles (CT 20 / Bradley International Airport Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from North Granby, CT to New Haven, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New England National Scenic Trail and Weir Farm National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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