Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Mansfield City, CT
David Kanigan
If you are planning a trip from Hamden to Mansfield City, you are looking at a straightforward 59.2-mile trek across Connecticut. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 19 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. You will rely primarily on a combination of I-91, the Wilbur Cross Parkway, and CT-2 to navigate between the two points. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. This route is best treated as a quick, direct transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Wilbur Cross Parkway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| CT 2 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Middletown Road | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 3 mi | 3m |
| Hebron Road | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Browns Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| CT 3 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden, CT and Mansfield City, CT.
Start on CT 10
Turn left onto Dixwell Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto CT 15
Take the exit
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto CT 3
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto CT 2
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto CT 66
Continue on CT 66
Continue on CT 66
Continue on CT 66
Continue on CT 66
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto CT 32
Continue on CT 32
Turn right onto Browns Road
Turn sharp left onto Mansfield City Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Hamden, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 41.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 3 North: Glastonbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CT 66: Willimantic, Middletown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.53 one way
$19.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.34 | $22.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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 Hamden on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Mansfield City on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 65% of your time spent navigating major thoroughfares. You will experience a blend of interstate travel and parkway cruising as you head toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 13.6-mile segment on I-91, which offers a chance to settle into a steady rhythm. While the road is efficient, the character shifts from the busy corridors near Hamden to the more localized flow as you approach Mansfield City. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads.
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 13.8 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.2 miles you will encounter 18 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: 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; at 28 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,263 ft
Total Descent
872 ft
Highest Point
626 ft
~49.3 mi in
Elevation Range
601 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hamden, CT and Mansfield City, CT, road signs point toward Middletown, Old Wethersfield and Willimantic.
Middletown
Old Wethersfield
Willimantic
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 59.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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