Origin
Suffield, CT
Night in Suffield on Sunday
Local time
10:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suffield, CT to Hartford, CT
Drive Time
28m
Distance
17.7 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute through Connecticut, the 17.7-mile journey from Suffield to Hartford is an ideal choice. You can expect a travel time of approximately 28 minutes, making this a quintessential day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting about $3 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two Northeast locations. Because the route is short and efficient, it works perfectly as a spontaneous excursion or a regular trip for those moving between the suburbs and the city. It is a no-fuss drive that prioritizes speed and convenience over long-distance touring.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8.9 miles from Suffield, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with about 61% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of local roads like South Street and Old County Road before transitioning onto I-91 for the bulk of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-91, covering 9.1 miles where you can settle into a consistent pace. As you progress from Suffield toward Hartford, the character of the road shifts from smaller local connectors to the more structured environment of an interstate. It is a functional, efficient drive that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination without unnecessary complexity.
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.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and South Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 17.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
8
16 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
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 32A-32B
Toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
8
16.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
7
17 mi into trip
|
~27m 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
17.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Asylum Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Suffield, CT and Hartford, CT, road signs point toward Springfield and Waterbury.
Springfield
5.9 mi in
|
~12m
Waterbury
16 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| South Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Old County Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Ella Grasso Turnpike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 84 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 9.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suffield, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on CT 75
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on CT 75
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Street
3
Continue on CT 75
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ella Grasso Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto CT 140
285 ft
·
7 sec
·
Elm Street
5
Turn right onto Old County Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Old County Road
6
Continue on Kennedy Road
351 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kennedy Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Springfield, Hartford
8
Merge onto CT 20
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 South: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 91
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
I 91
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 32A-32B
Toward I 84 West: Trumbull Street, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 32A
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 84; US 6
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 84; US 6
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 48
Toward Asylum Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on Spring Street
370 ft
·
14 sec
·
Spring Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto Asylum Avenue
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
Asylum Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn slight left onto Farmington Avenue
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
16 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
21
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 28-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. When navigating the transition from the local roads onto I-91, stay alert for changing traffic patterns as you merge onto the highway. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind, though you will likely find that your vehicle's efficiency is high given the limited mileage. Embracing the brevity of this route allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than worrying about the logistics of the road itself.
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 8.9 miles from Suffield, CT, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.1 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 17.7 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suffield, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suffield, CT
This is one driving day of about 17.7 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Suffield, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 9.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Suffield, CT · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Suffield, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hartford, CT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.83 one way
$5.67 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.36 | $6.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.08
Ella Grasso Turnpike
(1.2 mi)
$0.08
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
10:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
9 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
9 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
28m 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 Suffield, CT to Hartford, CT covers 17.7 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, South Street, Old County Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Suffield, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.83 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 17.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Suffield, CT and Hartford, CT, road signs point toward Springfield and Waterbury.
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