Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Quinebaug, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Hartford, CT
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The drive from Quinebaug, CT to Hartford, CT covers 47.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Old Turnpike Road, Bigelow Hollow Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 47.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and Old Turnpike Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.3 miles on I 84.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Old Turnpike Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.6 miles in near I 84.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.2 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 35.6 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.6 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.3 mi | 36m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 9.8 mi | 17m |
| Bigelow Hollow Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Buckley Highway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Lawson Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Quinebaug, CT and Hartford, CT.
Start on CT 131
Turn left onto CT 197
Continue on CT 197
Turn straight onto CT 171
Turn left onto CT 190
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Take the exit
Continue on Spring Street
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
Turn left onto Broad Street
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
Turn left onto Armory Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Quinebaug, CT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Quinebaug, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$7.60 one way
$15.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.68
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Quinebaug on Saturday
Local time
11:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
11:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
18°F
Vernon, CT
24 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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