Road Trips from West Hartford, CT
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
16
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
16 total in this range
Bridgeport, CT
1h 10m53.3 mi one way
North Stamford, CT
1h 38m74 mi one way
New Hartford, CT
31m17.1 mi one way
Monroe, CT
1h 9m49.2 mi one way
Manchester, CT
20m12.7 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Bridgeport, CT
1h 10m53.3 mi one way
North Stamford, CT
1h 38m74 mi one way
New Hartford, CT
31m17.1 mi one way
Monroe, CT
1h 9m49.2 mi one way
New Britain, CT
14m9.1 mi one way
Branford, CT
58m43.2 mi one way
Vernon, CT
23m16.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.
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