Origin
Old Saybrook, CT
Morning in Old Saybrook on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
20m
Distance
16 mi
26 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Old Saybrook, CT
David Kanigan
Town of Haddam, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT covers 16 miles and takes about 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 9, Middlesex Turnpike, Boston Post Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.3 miles on CT 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.58 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
8 miles from Old Saybrook, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 20m highway drive covering 16 miles, with most of the trip on CT 9 and Middlesex Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.3 miles on CT 9.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 9 and Middlesex Turnpike. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT is easy. At 20m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (CT 9): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward CT 9 North: Middletown
Navigation decision point
Toward CT 9 North: Middletown
3
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CT 9
Merge onto CT 9
Merge point - match speed before joining
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 9 | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Middlesex Turnpike | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Boston Post Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 9
— 13.3 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Saybrook, CT and Town of Haddam, CT.
1
Start on CT 154
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 1; CT 154
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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Boston Post Road
3
Continue on CT 154
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Middlesex Turnpike
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward CT 9 North: Middletown
5
Merge onto CT 9
13 mi
·
15 min
·
CT 9
6
Arrive at destination
CT 9
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 8 miles from Old Saybrook, CT, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.3 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 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Town of Haddam, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Old Saybrook, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Old Saybrook, CT
This is one driving day of about 16 miles and 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Old Saybrook, 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 9 for about 13.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8 mi from Old Saybrook, CT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8 miles from Old Saybrook, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Town of Haddam, CT
The final approach into Town of Haddam, 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 Town of Haddam, 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
$2.58 one way
$5.15 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.83 | $5.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.06 | $6.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.53 | $7.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
Middlesex Turnpike
(1.6 mi)
$0.11
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Town of Haddam, CT
Morning in Town of Haddam on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
8 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
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
20m 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 Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT covers 16 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 9, Middlesex Turnpike, Boston Post 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 8 miles from Old Saybrook, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.58 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.
The drive from Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT is easy. At 20m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (CT 9): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Old Saybrook, CT to Town of Haddam, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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