Origin
West Hartford, CT
Evening in West Hartford on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Hartford, CT to Coventry, CT
Drive Time
37m
Distance
25.3 mi
41 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Hartford, CT
David Kanigan
Coventry, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Trip Overview
The drive from West Hartford, CT to Coventry, CT covers 25.3 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 384, I 84, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.3 miles on I 384. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.05 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
12.7 miles from West Hartford, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 25.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 384 and I 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.3 miles on I 384.
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.
I 384 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 384 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 25.3 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: near the start (South Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto South Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 84
6
6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
8.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 384 East: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
7
17.1 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 44
Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from West Hartford, CT to Coventry, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Mansfield
17.1 mi in
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~23m
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via US 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 384 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| I 84 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| US 44 | 4 mi | 6m |
| Farmington Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| US 6 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 384
— 7.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Hartford, CT and Coventry, CT.
1
Start on North Main Street
69 ft
·
2 sec
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North Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto South Main Street
468 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Turn right onto Farmington Avenue
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Broad Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 84
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 384
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 384
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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US 6; US 44
12
Take the exit onto US 44
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 44
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Turn right onto CT 31
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
CT 31
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 12.7 miles from West Hartford, CT, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 25.3 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coventry, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Hartford, 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 West Hartford, CT
This is one driving day of about 25.3 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Hartford, 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 384 for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.7 mi from West Hartford, CT · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.7 miles from West Hartford, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coventry, CT
The final approach into Coventry, 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 Coventry, 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
$4.05 one way
$8.10 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $4.81 | $9.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.21 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Coventry, CT
Evening in Coventry on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
13 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.
Road read
37m 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 West Hartford, CT to Coventry, CT covers 25.3 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 384, I 84, 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 12.7 miles from West Hartford, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.05 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 10 significant decision points across 25.3 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: near the start (South Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from West Hartford, CT to Coventry, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
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