Origin
Town of Haddam, CT
Late night in Town of Haddam on Wednesday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Town of Haddam, CT to Old Saybrook, CT
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
23m
Distance
17.6 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Town of Haddam, CT
David Kanigan
Old Saybrook, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Town of Haddam, CT to Old Saybrook, CT covers 17.6 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CT 9, Middlesex Turnpike, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.1 miles on CT 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.83 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8.8 miles from Town of Haddam, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 23m highway drive covering 17.6 miles, with most of the trip on CT 9 and Middlesex Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.1 miles on CT 9.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CT 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 9 and Middlesex Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.8 miles (CT 81 / Killingworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward CT 81: Higganum
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 15
Toward CT 81: Higganum
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CT 81 / Killingworth Road
Turn right onto CT 81 / Killingworth Road
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward CT 9 South
Navigation decision point
Toward CT 9 South
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CT 9
Merge onto CT 9
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
14.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward CT 154: Old Saybrook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 2
Toward CT 154: Old Saybrook
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 9 | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| Middlesex Turnpike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Boston Post Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Killingworth Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 9
— 14.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Town of Haddam, CT and Old Saybrook, CT.
1
Start on CT 9
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
CT 9
2
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 15
Toward CT 81: Higganum
3
Turn right onto CT 81
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Killingworth Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward CT 9 South
5
Merge onto CT 9
13 mi
·
15 min
·
CT 9
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 2
Toward CT 154: Old Saybrook
7
Turn right onto CT 154
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Middlesex Turnpike
8
Continue on US 1; CT 154
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Boston Post Road
9
Turn slight left onto CT 154
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
10
Continue on CT 154
326 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
CT 154
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 8.8 miles from Town of Haddam, CT, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 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 17.6 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.8 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Old Saybrook, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Town of Haddam, 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 Town of Haddam, CT
This is one driving day of about 17.6 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Town of Haddam, 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 CT 9 for about 14.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.8 mi from Town of Haddam, CT · 10m 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 17.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.8 miles from Town of Haddam, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Old Saybrook, CT
The final approach into Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.12 | $6.23 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.37 | $6.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Middlesex Turnpike
(1.5 mi)
$0.10
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $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
Old Saybrook, CT
Late night in Old Saybrook on Wednesday
Local time
5:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
23m 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 Town of Haddam, CT to Old Saybrook, CT covers 17.6 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 9, Middlesex Turnpike, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.8 miles from Town of Haddam, 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 straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.8 miles (CT 81 / Killingworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Town of Haddam, CT to Old Saybrook, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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