Origin
Brookfield, CT
Late night in Brookfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookfield, CT to Hartford, CT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookfield, CT
MART PRODUCTION
Hartford, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward, 55.8-mile drive from Brookfield to Hartford, Connecticut, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of $9, it's an economical journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two locations within the Northeast region. You’ll spend most of your time on I-84, with brief segments on Whisconier Road and Hawleyville Road at the start. This trip is ideal for a quick transit, offering a no-fuss connection between your origin and destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 49.6 mi | 1h |
| Whisconier Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Hawleyville Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armory Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Federal Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 49.6 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookfield, CT and Hartford, CT.
1
Start on US 202
54 ft
·
6 sec
·
Federal Road
2
Turn left onto CT 25
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Whisconier Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on CT 25
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hawleyville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge onto I 84
38 mi
·
45 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
11 mi
·
15 min
·
I 84
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 48A; 48B
Toward Capitol Avenue, Asylum Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 48B
Toward Capitol Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn sharp right onto Capitol Avenue
330 ft
·
9 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
10
Turn right onto Armory Road
111 ft
·
9 sec
·
Armory Road
11
Arrive at destination
Armory Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Brookfield, CT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Turn left onto CT 25 / Whisconier Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
43.9 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward Capitol Avenue, Asylum Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48A; 48B
Toward Capitol Avenue, Asylum Street
9
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Capitol Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48B
Toward Capitol Avenue
6
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
Capitol Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Capitol Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.98 one way
$17.97 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hartford, CT
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Slight Chance Light Rain
N 3 mph
22% chance
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
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a heavily highway-oriented experience on this 55.8-mile route, with 89% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The bulk of your travel, a continuous stretch of 49.6 miles, will be on I-84. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and a straightforward driving environment for most of the journey. While the initial and final portions might involve surface streets like Whisconier Road and Hawleyville Road, the character quickly shifts to a high-speed transit feel as you merge onto the interstate, offering a predictable and efficient passage.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.6 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Whisconier Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 25 / Whisconier Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Hartford, CT
Full guide →Hartford is the capital of the state of Connecticut in the United States of America. It is home to the country's oldest public art museum (Wadsworth Atheneum), and the Mark Twain House, in which the author wrote his most famous works and raised his family. Mark Twain wrote in 1868, "Of all the beautiful towns it has been my fortune to see this is the chief."
Top landmarks
- • Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — art museum in Hartford, Connecticut
- • Connecticut State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Connecticut
- • Mark Twain House — non-profit organization in the USA
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.6 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hartford, CT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (CT 25 / Whisconier Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.9 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartford, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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