Origin
Waterbury, CT
Morning in Waterbury on Saturday
Local time
10:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waterbury, CT to Granby, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waterbury, CT
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Granby, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Waterbury, CT to Granby, CT covers 39.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Hopmeadow Street, Waterville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Waterbury, CT to Granby, CT covers 39.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near I 84.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 1 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (CT 10 / Queen Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 84
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
14.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward CT 10: Queen Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 32
Toward CT 10: Queen Street
7
14.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
CT 10 / Queen Street
Turn sharp right onto CT 10 / Queen Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
27.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 44; CT 10 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 44; CT 10 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
39.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
CT 20 / East Granby Road
Turn right onto CT 20 / East Granby Road toward East Granby, Bradley International Airport
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward East Granby, Bradley International Airpo...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| Hopmeadow Street | 7.4 mi | 16m |
| Waterville Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Salmon Brook Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| East Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Queen Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Farmington Avenue | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 13.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterbury, CT and Granby, CT.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto Meadow Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Meadow Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
4
Merge onto I 84
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 32
Toward CT 10: Queen Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn sharp right onto CT 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Queen Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on CT 10
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on CT 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on CT 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on CT 10
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterville Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto US 44; CT 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto US 202; CT 10
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Simsbury Road
13
Continue on US 202; CT 10
7.4 mi
·
16 min
·
Hopmeadow Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 202; CT 10
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Salmon Brook Street
15
Take the exit
127 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn right onto CT 20
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Granby Road
Toward East Granby, Bradley International Airport
17
Turn left onto Hungary Road
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
Hungary Road
18
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Waterbury, CT · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Waterbury, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Granby, CT
The final approach into Granby, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.29 one way
$12.59 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.93 | $13.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Granby, CT
Morning in Granby on Saturday
Local time
10:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
28°F
Farmington, CT
20 mi in
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
15 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
1h 3m 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 Waterbury, CT to Granby, CT covers 39.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Hopmeadow Street, Waterville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Waterbury, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.29 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 39.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 1 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (CT 10 / Queen Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Waterbury, CT to Granby, CT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New England National Scenic Trail and Weir Farm National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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