Origin
West Haven, CT
Afternoon in West Haven on Friday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Haven, CT to Coventry, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
60.6 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Haven, CT
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Coventry, CT
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Haven, CT to Coventry, CT covers 60.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, I 384, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.9 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 60.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 60.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and I 384. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.9 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 35.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 384. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: New London
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: New London
7
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
8
39.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 29
Toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
8
43.5 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Haven, CT and Coventry, CT, road signs point toward Boston and Mansfield.
Boston
39.4 mi in
|
~50m
Mansfield
52.4 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via US 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 35.9 mi | 43m |
| I 384 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| US 44 | 4 mi | 6m |
| US 5 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| I 84 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| I 95 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 35.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Haven, CT and Coventry, CT.
1
Start on Washington Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Continue on Kimberly Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Kimberly Avenue
4
Turn right onto Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: New London
6
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 48
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 91
36 mi
·
43 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 29
Toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 5; CT 15
11
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
12
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 384
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 384
14
Continue on US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 6; US 44
15
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.
16
Turn right onto CT 31
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
CT 31
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.3 mi from West Haven, CT · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.3 miles from West Haven, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.51 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.73 | $21.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.38 | $26.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Afternoon in Coventry on Friday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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
1h 21m 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 Haven, CT to Coventry, CT covers 60.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, I 384, 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 30.3 miles from West Haven, CT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.76 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 60.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between West Haven, CT and Coventry, CT, road signs point toward Boston and Mansfield.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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