Origin
Cornwall, CT
Late night in Cornwall on Tuesday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornwall, CT to Hungary, 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 4m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cornwall, CT
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Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, focused excursion through the Connecticut countryside, the 39.6-mile trek from Cornwall to Hungary is an ideal day trip. Spanning approximately 57 minutes, this journey is entirely local, meaning you won't encounter any highway driving along the way. You can expect a very modest fuel budget of about $6 for the one-way transit, making it an affordable outing. Because the drive is short, you do not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It serves as a straightforward, efficient connector within the Northeast region, perfect for travelers who prefer to keep their travel plans simple and direct.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| Sharon Turnpike | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| New Hartford Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| West Granby Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| East Hartland Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Goshen Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Barkhamsted Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Torrington Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 8.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornwall, CT and Hungary, CT.
1
Start on Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn right onto CT 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cemetery Hill Road
3
Turn right onto CT 4
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bunker Hill Road
4
Continue on CT 4
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Sharon Turnpike
5
Enter roundabout onto CT 4
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Torrington Road
6
Continue on CT 4
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Torrington Road
7
Continue on CT 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Goshen Road
8
Continue on CT 4
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Migeon Avenue
9
Turn straight onto CT 4
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward CT 8 North
11
Merge onto CT 8
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 44; CT 8; CT 183
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on US 44
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
New Hartford Road
14
Turn left onto CT 318
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ripley Hill Road
15
Continue on CT 181; CT 318
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Valley Road
16
Turn right onto CT 318
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Saville Dam Road
17
Continue on CT 219
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Hartland Road
18
Turn right onto CT 219
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gavitt Road
19
Continue on CT 219
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Barkhamsted Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto CT 20
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hartland Road
21
Continue on CT 20
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Granby Road
22
Turn left onto Hungary Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Hungary Road
23
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Cornwall, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 34.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CT 4 / Torrington Road
Enter roundabout onto CT 4 / Torrington Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
13 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the ramp toward CT 8 North
Navigation decision point
Toward CT 8 North
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
34.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
CT 20 / Hartland Road
At end of road, turn right onto CT 20 / Hartland Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.37 one way
$12.75 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
Sharon Turnpike
(3.6 mi)
$0.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hungary, CT
Late night in Hungary on Tuesday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
6 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
1h 4m 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 driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate primarily via Cemetery Hill Road, Bunker Hill Road, and Sharon Turnpike, as the route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the entire duration. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road, the driving profile remains technical and requires your full attention. This is not a route for high-speed cruising but rather a slow-paced navigation through the regional landscape. Prepare for a constant rhythm of turns as you progress through these local Connecticut thoroughfares.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.1 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 around 6.5 miles in near CT 4 / Torrington Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (CT 4 / Torrington Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,269 ft
272 ft
Total Climb
165 ft
Total Descent
1,161 ft
Highest Point
1,269 ft
~8.5 mi in
Elevation Range
997 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 39.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.1 miles on CT 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.25 in tolls one way, starting with Sharon Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 6.5 miles (CT 4 / Torrington Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail. 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 Hungary, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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