Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Oakville, CT
David Kanigan
This short 13.8-mile drive from Bristol, CT, to Oakville, CT, is easily manageable in about 20 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. You'll primarily be on US 6 and local roads like Main Street and Frost Bridge Road. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, this route offers a straightforward journey through Connecticut. Since it's such a brief distance with no recommended stops, you can be quite flexible with your departure time. Consider this a convenient local hop rather than an extended adventure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Frost Bridge Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Terryville Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Allen Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Canal Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Falls Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, CT and Oakville, CT.
Start on CT 69
Turn left onto CT 72
Continue on CT 72
Continue on CT 72
Turn left onto Canal Street
Continue on Allen Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
Take the exit onto US 6
Take the exit
Turn left onto Echo Lake Road
Turn right onto CT 262
Continue on Frost Bridge Road
Turn right onto Sylvan Lake Road
Turn left onto Falls Avenue
Turn right onto Sunnyside Avenue
Continue on Ballfarm Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto CT 72 / Divinity Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Canal Street
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 West, CT 8 South: Waterbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward CT 262: Watertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Regular Gas
$2.22 one way
$4.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.44 | $4.89 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.64 | $5.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Destination
Late night in Oakville on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a mixed drive on this 13.8-mile route, with about 33% of it on highways. Your longest continuous stretch will be approximately 4.6 miles on US 6, offering a brief period of steady travel. The journey transitions between these more open highway segments and local street driving, providing a varied driving experience. This blend means you'll encounter different traffic patterns and road conditions as you make your way from Bristol to Oakville.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 72 / Divinity Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 72 / Divinity Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (Canal Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (US 6 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 13.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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