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Trip from Town of Haddam, CT to East Haddam, CT

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Drive Time

14m

Distance

10.1 mi

16 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 14m ★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Town of Haddam, CT, CT

Town of Haddam, CT

David Kanigan

town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

East Haddam, CT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Town of Haddam, CT to East Haddam, CT covers 10.1 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on CT 9, CT 82, Bridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.3 miles on CT 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.63 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

5.1 miles from Town of Haddam, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 14m highway drive covering 10.1 miles, with most of the trip on CT 9 and CT 82. The longest continuous stretch is about 5.3 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 14 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 5.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

386 ft 42 ft

Total Climb

325 ft

Total Descent

630 ft

Highest Point

386 ft

~4.3 mi in

Elevation Range

344 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 9 and CT 82. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.8 miles (CT 81 / Killingworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These 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 | CT 81 / Killingworth Road

Turn right onto CT 81 / Killingworth Road

Navigation decision point

6
6.1 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 10 Toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam
5
9.2 mi into trip | ~13m in | CT 82 / Bridge Road

Enter roundabout onto CT 82 / Bridge Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
10.1 mi into trip | ~14m in | CT 149 / Main Street

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 149 / Main Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Town of Haddam, CT to East Haddam, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Haddam along the way.

Haddam

6.1 mi in | ~7m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
CT 9 5.3 mi 6m
CT 82 2.1 mi 3m
Bridge Road 0.7 mi 1m
Saybrook Road 0.4 mi <1m
Main Street 0.2 mi <1m
Killingworth Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: CT 9 — 5.3 mi, about 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Town of Haddam, CT and East Haddam, 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

4.7 mi · 5 min · CT 9
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 10 Toward CT 82: Haddam, East Haddam
7

Continue on CT 82

2.1 mi · 3 min · CT 82
8

Enter roundabout onto CT 82; CT 154

190 ft · 2 sec · Saybrook Road
9

Continue on CT 82; CT 154

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Saybrook Road
10

Enter roundabout onto CT 82

35 ft · 0 sec · Bridge Road
11

Continue on CT 82

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bridge Road
12

Continue on CT 82

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Main Street
13

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 149

175 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
14

Arrive at destination

CT 149

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 5.1 miles from Town of Haddam, CT, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 10.1 miles or 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 5.1 miles or 6m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Haddam, 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 10.1 miles and 14m.

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 5.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.1 mi from Town of Haddam, CT · 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

5 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Town of Haddam, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in East Haddam, CT

The final approach into East Haddam, 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 East Haddam, 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

$1.63 one way

$3.25 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $1.79 $3.58
premium $4.86 $1.93 $3.87
diesel $5.61 $2.23 $4.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3 0 $1.06 $0.48
Efficient EV 2.5 0 $0.88 $0.40
EV Truck/SUV 4 0 $1.41 $0.65

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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 data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Town of Haddam, CT

Late night in Town of Haddam on Wednesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Haddam, CT

Late night in East Haddam on Wednesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

5 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

14m 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 East Haddam, CT covers 10.1 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CT 9, CT 82, Bridge 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 5.1 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 $1.63 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 10.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.8 miles (CT 81 / Killingworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Town of Haddam, CT to East Haddam, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Haddam along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 42 ft to 386 ft elevation with about 325 ft of total climbing.

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