Origin
Hartford, CT
Morning in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, CT to Manchester, 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
14m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
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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Manchester, CT
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Hartford and Manchester, Connecticut, is a quick 9.7-mile journey that typically takes about 14 minutes. Because the distance is so short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route utilizes a combination of I-84, US-6, and Center Street to navigate the Northeast corridor. With a fuel cost of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or short-haul excursion. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the convenience of this connection makes it a straightforward drive. It is an ideal option if you prefer efficiency and minimal time behind the wheel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Center Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Middle Turnpike West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Capitol Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armory Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 6.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, CT and Manchester, CT.
1
Start on Armory Road
111 ft
·
15 sec
·
Armory Road
2
Turn right onto Capitol Avenue
382 ft
·
10 sec
·
Capitol Avenue
3
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Broad Street
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 84
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 84; US 6
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
8
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 6
Exit 60
Toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manchester
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Middle Turnpike West
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 6; US 44
336 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Center Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 6; US 44
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Broad Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 84
6
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
6.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manchester
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 60
Toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manch...
6
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 6; US 44 / Middle Turnpike West
Turn right onto US 6; US 44 / Middle Turnpike West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.56 one way
$3.12 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.72 | $3.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.86 | $3.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Manchester, CT
Morning in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
14m 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 heavily highway-focused, with 70% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-84, which includes your longest uninterrupted stretch of 6.1 miles. Transitioning from the interstate onto US-6 and Center Street shifts the pace, moving you from a fast-moving highway environment into local transit. Expect a functional, point-to-point experience rather than a scenic tour, as the road is designed for utility and speed. Staying alert is key during the transition from the high-speed highway segments to the local road network.
70% 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: 6.1 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Center Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Broad Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 9.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 14m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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."
Top landmarks
- • Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — art museum in Hartford, Connecticut
- • Connecticut State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Connecticut
- • Mark Twain House — non-profit organization in the USA
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 14m. Total distance: 9.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on I 84. 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 Manchester, 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 0.1 miles (Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Manchester, 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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