Origin
Derby, CT
Morning in Derby on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Derby, CT to West Torrington, 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
50m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Derby to West Torrington, you can expect a straightforward 39-mile journey that typically takes about 50 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize CT 8, transitioning onto East Elm Street and Migeon Avenue as you arrive. With a fuel cost estimate of just $6, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate through the Northeast region. Because the route is so concise, it serves as a practical link between these two Connecticut locations without requiring extensive travel preparation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 36 mi | 44m |
| East Elm Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Migeon Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Elizabeth Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Seymour Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mountain Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 36 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derby, CT and West Torrington, CT.
1
Start on this road
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Elizabeth Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Elizabeth Street
3
Continue on Seymour Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Seymour Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury
5
Merge onto CT 8
16 mi
·
19 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on CT 8
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 8
Exit 31
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on CT 8
20 mi
·
24 min
·
CT 8
Exit 33
Toward I 84 West: Danbury
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 50
Toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown Torrington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto CT 4
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Elm Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on CT 4
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Migeon Avenue
11
Turn right onto Mountain Road
96 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mountain Road
12
Arrive at destination
Mountain 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Derby, 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 36.8 — 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
|
Elizabeth Street
At end of road, turn right onto Elizabeth Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward CT 8 North: Waterbury
Navigation decision point
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
16.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
CT 8
Continue onto CT 8 toward I 84 East: Hartford
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
8
36.8 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown Torrington
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 50
Toward CT 4, US 202: Downtown Torrington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.28 one way
$12.56 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.47 | $14.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 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 | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
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
West Torrington, CT
Morning in West Torrington on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
13 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
50m 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?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will settle into a steady rhythm on CT 8, which accounts for the vast majority of your travel with a 36-mile uninterrupted stretch. Expect a consistent pace as you head north, as the road is designed for efficiency rather than complex maneuvers. Once you exit the highway, the transition onto local roads like Migeon Avenue signals the final leg of your arrival. It is a functional drive that trades technical complexity for a reliable, fast-paced experience behind the wheel.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and East Elm Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Elizabeth Street.
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 50m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36 miles on CT 8. 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: near the start (Elizabeth Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 West Torrington, 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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