Origin
Bristol, CT
Late night in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, CT to Farmington, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 11m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, CT
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Farmington, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward connection between Bristol and Farmington, Connecticut, this 8-mile drive is about as efficient as it gets. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 11 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, it is an incredibly economical journey that won't strain your travel budget. Since both towns sit within the Northeast region, you will remain in familiar territory throughout the entire transit. There is no need for an overnight stay, as the short distance allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that serves as a seamless link between these two neighboring communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Swamp Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Farmington Avenue | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Scott Swamp Road
— 2.8 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, CT and Farmington, CT.
1
Start on CT 69
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; CT 69
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 6
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Farmington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 6
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Scott Swamp Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on Scott Swamp Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Scott Swamp Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto CT 10
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Arrive at destination
CT 10
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 6.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 6; CT 69 / North Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; CT 69 / North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
6.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
CT 10 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto CT 10 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.29 one way
$2.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.42 | $2.83 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Farmington, CT
Late night in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route relies entirely on surface roads. You will navigate your way using North Street, Farmington Avenue, and Scott Swamp Road to complete the 8-mile trip. Because the highway share is 0%, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and intersection signals. The road feels intimate and functional, lacking any long, uninterrupted stretches of pavement. You should prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention at various turns instead of the monotonous rhythm found on major highways.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.8 mi on Scott Swamp Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 6; CT 69 / North Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 2 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 6; CT 69 / North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (CT 10 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.8 miles on Scott Swamp Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 6; CT 69 / North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (CT 10 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Farmington, CT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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