Origin
Salem, CT
Morning in Salem on Friday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, CT to Hungary, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
The drive from Salem, CT to Hungary, CT covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 2, I 91, CT 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.7 miles on CT 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 50.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 50.2 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.7 miles on CT 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near CT 2.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 5.9 miles (CT 2): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CT 2
Merge onto CT 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
29.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
8
30.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley Interna...
7
39.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
7
43.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
CT 20
Take the exit onto CT 20 toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salem, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Hartford: Ct 2 West, Bradley International Airport and Granby.
Hartford: Ct 2 West
5.6 mi in
|
~8m
Bradley International Airport
30.5 mi in
|
~39m
Granby
43.4 mi in
|
~56m
|
via CT 20
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 23.7 mi | 28m |
| I 91 | 9 mi | 10m |
| CT 20 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| New London Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Hartford Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Newgate Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Copper Hill Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 23.7 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, CT and Hungary, CT.
1
Start on this road
168 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto CT 85
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hartford Road
3
Continue on CT 85
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
New London Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Hartford: CT 2 West
5
Merge onto CT 2
24 mi
·
28 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 84; US 6
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 51
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 91
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 20
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto CT 20
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 20
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto Newgate Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Newgate Road
14
Turn left onto Copper Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Copper Hill Road
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Copper Hill Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Copper Hill Road
16
Turn right onto Hungary Road
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hungary Road
17
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Salem, CT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Salem, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hungary, CT
The final approach into Hungary, 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
$8.08 one way
$16.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.61 | $19.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 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 | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Hungary, CT
Morning in Hungary on Friday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
25 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 10m 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 Salem, CT to Hungary, CT covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 91, CT 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Salem, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.08 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 50.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 5.9 miles (CT 2): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Salem, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Hartford: Ct 2 West, Bradley International Airport and Granby.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New England National Scenic Trail.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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