Origin
Southbury, CT
Evening in Southbury on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
38.2 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southbury, CT
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West Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT covers 38.2 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street North, I 84 East, CT 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.15 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
19.1 miles from Southbury, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 38.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street North | — | — |
| I 84 East | — | — |
| CT 10 | — | — |
| Queen Street | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| Farmington Avenue | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Dale Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southbury, CT and West Hartford, CT.
1
Start on Main Street North
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street North
2
Continue on Main Street North
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street North
3
Turn left onto I 84 East: Waterbury
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84 East: Waterbury
4
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
28 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward CT 10: Queen Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
CT 10: Queen Street
6
Turn sharp right onto Queen Street
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Queen Street
7
Continue on East Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
8
Continue on Farmington Avenue
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
9
Continue on Main Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
10
Take the exit slight right
276 ft
·
10 sec
11
Turn straight onto Farmington Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
12
Turn slight right
4.5 mi
·
7 min
13
Turn left onto Dale Street
463 ft
·
24 sec
·
Dale Street
14
Turn right onto Brace Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Brace Road
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
289 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Main Street
16
Arrive at your destination
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 19.1 miles from Southbury, CT, or about 21m into the drive.
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 38 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.1 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Hartford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Southbury, CT.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southbury, CT
This is one driving day of about 38.2 miles and 42m.
At 38.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.1 mi from Southbury, CT · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Southbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Hartford, CT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into West Hartford, CT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.15 one way
$12.30 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.77 | $13.53 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
West Hartford, CT
Evening in West Hartford on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
40 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
42m 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 Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT covers 38.2 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street North, I 84 East, CT 10. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.1 miles from Southbury, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.15 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 Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Southbury, CT to West Hartford, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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