Durham, CT Road Trips

With 1 routes heading out and 4 heading in, Durham, CT works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 27 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Durham, CT head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

5

Longest Drive

52.3 mi

East Norwalk, CT

Quickest Drive

38m

Bristol, CT

Plan Around Durham, CT

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Durham, CT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

East Norwalk, CT to Durham, CT 52.3 mi · 1h 14m Hungary, CT to Durham, CT 42.5 mi · 1h 2m Manchester, CT to Durham, CT 29.1 mi · 42m Bristol, CT to Durham, CT 24.5 mi · 38m

Continue From Durham, CT

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Durham, CT to West Hartford, CT 26.8 mi · 40m

Trips from Durham, CT

Durham, CT to West Hartford, CT

26.8 mi 40m

Driving from Durham, CT

On average, trips departing from Durham, CT run 27 miles with a drive time of roughly 40m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 27 miles (40m), while the shortest is just 27 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Durham, CT include West Hartford, CT (26.8 mi, 40m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in CT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 27-mile trip from Durham, CT, budget about $4 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 1 mapped routes leaving Durham, CT and 4 routes heading into Durham, CT, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 27 to 27 miles.

The longest mapped route from Durham, CT covers 27 miles and takes approximately 40m. Shorter options start at just 27 miles.

The average route from Durham, CT runs about 27 miles with a drive time of roughly 40m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 27-mile trip from Durham, CT costs roughly $4 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Durham, CT include West Hartford, CT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.