The drive from Sterling, CT to Hungary, CT covers 77.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m 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 395, I 91 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.4 miles on CT 2.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.51 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.
Midpoint
38.8 miles from Sterling, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 77.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 44m highway drive covering 77.7 miles, with most of the trip on CT 2 and I 395. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.4 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 21 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 34.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.7 miles you will encounter 18 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 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
20.9 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward Hartford, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward Hartford, Colchester
8
57 mi into trip|~1h 12m 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
58 mi into trip|~1h 13m 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
67.3 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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 Sterling, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Hartford, Colchester, Bradley International Airport and Granby.
Hartford
20.9 mi in|~27m
Colchester
20.9 mi in|~27m
Bradley International Airport
58 mi in|~1h 13m
Granby
70.8 mi in|~1h 30m|via CT 20
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CT 2
34.4 mi
40m
I 395
15 mi
16m
I 91
9 mi
10m
Plainfield Pike
4.5 mi
7m
CT 20
3.4 mi
5m
Bradley International Airport Connector
2.8 mi
3m
Newgate Road
1.8 mi
4m
Copper Hill Road
1.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 34.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling, CT and Hungary, CT.
1
Start on CT 14
238 ft·7 sec·Sterling Road
2
Turn left onto Church Street
1.2 mi·2 min·Church Street
3
Turn right onto CT 14A
4.5 mi·7 min·Plainfield Pike
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
5
Merge onto I 395
15 mi·16 min·I 395
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·43 sec
Exit 14Toward Hartford, Colchester
7
Turn right onto West Town Street
1.3 mi·2 min·West Town Street
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
9
Merge onto CT 2
34 mi·40 min·CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 84 West, I 91 NorthUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 84; US 6
0.4 mi·33 sec·I 84; US 6
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 51Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International AirportUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 91
9.0 mi·10 min·I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi·52 sec
Exit 40Toward CT 20: Bradley International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on CT 20
2.8 mi·3 min·Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto CT 20
3.4 mi·5 min·CT 20
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, GranbyUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto Newgate Road
1.8 mi·4 min·Newgate Road
18
Turn left onto Copper Hill Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·Copper Hill Road
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Copper Hill Road
1.4 mi·3 min·Copper Hill Road
20
Turn right onto Hungary Road
108 ft·3 sec·Hungary Road
21
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
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 38.8 miles from Sterling, CT, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.8 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hungary, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sterling, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sterling, CT
This is one driving day of about 77.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Sterling, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 2 for about 34.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.8 mi from Sterling, CT
· 50m into the drive
The midpoint is around 38.8 miles from Sterling, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 77.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.51 one way
$25.02 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.76
$27.53
premium
$4.86
$14.88
$29.76
diesel
$5.61
$17.16
$34.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
Efficient EV
19.4
0
$6.80
$3.11
EV Truck/SUV
31.1
0
$10.88
$4.97
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Jun 23, 2022
Origin
Sterling, CT
Morning
in Sterling on Friday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hungary, CT
Morning
in Hungary on Friday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
East Hampton, CT
39 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 44m 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 Sterling, CT to Hungary, CT covers 77.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 2, I 395, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.8 miles from Sterling, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.51 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 77.7 miles you will encounter 18 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 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sterling, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Hartford, Colchester, 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.
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NPS API.
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