Origin
Hamden, CT
Late night in Hamden on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamden, CT to Glastonbury, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamden, CT
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Glastonbury, CT
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Trip Overview
Hamden to Glastonbury is 31 miles and takes about 41 minutes via I 91, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a quick and efficient option for getting between these two locations. You won't need an overnight stay, and the short duration means you can easily fit it into your schedule, whether you're starting your day or looking for a brief trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| CT 3 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Whitney Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dixwell Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Glastonbury Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Hebron Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 13.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden, CT and Glastonbury, CT.
1
Start on CT 10
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitney Avenue
2
Turn left onto Dixwell Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dixwell Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward CT 15 North: Hartford
4
Merge onto CT 15
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Wilbur Cross Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 91
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 25-26
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 25
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto CT 3
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 3
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Main Street, Glastonbury
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Glastonbury Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Glastonbury Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Hebron Avenue
129 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hebron Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Hebron Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 29.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge onto CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
13.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middletown
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 65A
Toward I 91 North, CT 66 East: Hartford, Middle...
8
27.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfield
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 25-26
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury, Old Wethersfiel...
9
28 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
7
29.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Main Street, Glastonbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Main Street, Glastonbury
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.99 one way
$9.98 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.94 | $11.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.84 | $13.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Glastonbury, CT
Late night in Glastonbury on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
12 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
41m 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 is a highway-focused drive with 88% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on I 91, experiencing a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 13.6 miles on I 91, offering a period of steady travel. While the Wilbur Cross Parkway and CT 3 offer brief transitions, the overall character is one of efficient highway travel, with minimal deviations from the main arteries.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Wilbur Cross Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 31 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hamden, CT and Glastonbury, CT, road signs point toward Middletown and Old Wethersfield.
Middletown
13.8 mi in
|
~17m
Old Wethersfield
27.8 mi in
|
~34m
About the Cities
Starting in Hamden, CT
Full guide →Hamden is a suburb of the city of New Haven, Connecticut. Quinnipiac University has a significant impact on the town. The town's nickname is "The Land of the Sleeping Giant". It had about 59,500 in 2025.
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 41m. Total distance: 31 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Glastonbury, 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: at 1.5 miles (CT 15 / Wilbur Cross Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glastonbury, 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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