Origin
Hartford, CT
Late night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, CT to Georgetown, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
68.1 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, CT
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Georgetown, CT
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Hartford, CT to Georgetown, CT is 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 29m via I 84 and US 7, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Connecticut, making it a convenient option for a short excursion. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, so expect a straightforward journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it’s an ideal candidate for a same-day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. This route is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 57.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 7 | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armory Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Danbury Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 57.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, CT and Georgetown, CT.
1
Start on Armory Road
111 ft
·
14 sec
·
Armory Road
2
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
330 ft
·
10 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 84; US 6
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
46 mi
·
55 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
US 7
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Arrive at destination
US 7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Hartford, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Capitol Avenue
Turn left onto Capitol Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 84 West: Waterbury
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 84 West: Waterbury
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 84; US 6
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 7 toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward US 7 South: Norwalk
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.96 one way
$21.93 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.06 | $24.12 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.04 | $26.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.04 | $30.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Georgetown, CT
Late night in Georgetown on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
24 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 29m 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 99% highway share, meaning you’ll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 57.6 miles, primarily on I 84, so be prepared for a sustained period of interstate travel. Capitol Avenue is also part of the initial segment. The route is designed for efficiency, so while it may not offer varied scenery, it promises a consistent driving experience. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of your journey.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.6 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and US 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Capitol Avenue.
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 29m drive. You will face about 5 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 (Capitol Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting 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."
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 29m. Total distance: 68.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.6 miles on I 84. 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 (Capitol Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Georgetown, 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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