Origin
Pomfret, CT
Late night in Pomfret on Friday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pomfret, CT to Hartford, CT
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pomfret, CT
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Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
This 42-mile drive from Pomfret, CT, to Hartford, CT, is designed for a single day, taking about 1 hour and 2 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on the Boston Turnpike and I-384, with a significant portion on Middle Turnpike. With a highway share of 71%, expect a fairly direct journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option for a short trip. This route stays within the Northeast region and the state of Connecticut, offering a straightforward connection between these two points.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 71% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience stretches like the 10.1 miles on Boston Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While much of the drive will feel like a typical interstate experience, transitions between the Boston Turnpike, I-384, and Middle Turnpike will provide some variation in scenery and road type. Expect a generally smooth progression with minimal complex road changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Boston Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Boston Turnpike and I 384. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.7 miles in near I 84; US 6.
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 42 miles you will encounter 12 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 36.7 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
36.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 84; US 6
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
38.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
41.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
7
41.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Asylum Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
41.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Broad Street
Turn left onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Turnpike | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| I 384 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Middle Turnpike | 5 mi | 7m |
| I 84 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Brayman Hollow Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Ashford Center Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Squaw Hollow Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Hartford Turnpike | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Boston Turnpike
— 10.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pomfret, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on this road
66 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CT 97
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Deerfield Road
3
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 244
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Brayman Hollow Road
4
Continue on CT 244
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Boston Turnpike
5
Turn left onto CT 198
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastford Road
6
Turn right onto US 44
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Hartford Turnpike
7
Continue on US 44
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashford Center Road
8
Continue on US 44
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pompey Hollow Road
9
Continue on US 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Squaw Hollow Road
10
Continue on US 44
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Turnpike
11
Continue on US 44
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Middle Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 44
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Boston Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the ramp onto US 44
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 44
14
Continue on I 384
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 384
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on Spring Street
370 ft
·
14 sec
·
Spring Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
Asylum Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the left lane.
23
Turn left onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
24
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21 mi from Pomfret, CT · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Pomfret, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, CT
The final approach into Hartford, 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
$6.76 one way
$13.52 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.04 | $16.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.15
Boston Turnpike
(8 mi)
$0.56
Middle Turnpike
(5 mi)
$0.35
Boston Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
Hartford Turnpike
(1.4 mi)
$0.10
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
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hartford, CT
Late night in Hartford on Friday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
18°F
Vernon, CT
21 mi in
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
3 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 2m 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 Pomfret, CT to Hartford, CT covers 42 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Boston Turnpike, I 384, Middle Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21 miles from Pomfret, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.76 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 42 miles you will encounter 12 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 36.7 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pomfret, CT to Hartford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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