Origin
Hartland, CT
Late night in Hartland on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
27°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartland, CT to Waterbury, CT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartland, CT
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Waterbury, CT
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Trip Overview
This 36.1-mile drive from Hartland, CT to Waterbury, CT is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 51 minutes. Designed as a single-day adventure, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $6, making it an economical choice for a short excursion. The route stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing Connecticut. Its highway-focused profile suggests a generally efficient journey, ideal for those looking to get from point A to point B without extensive detours or time commitments.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 27.3 mi | 32m |
| Riverton Road | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Park Place | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 27.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartland, CT and Waterbury, CT.
1
Start on CT 20
28 ft
·
1 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto CT 20
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Riverton Road
3
Continue on CT 20
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East River Road
4
Turn right onto CT 20
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
5
Continue on CT 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Riverton Road
6
Turn left onto CT 8
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn right onto CT 8
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Park Place
8
Turn left onto US 44; CT 8; CT 183
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on CT 8
27 mi
·
32 min
·
CT 8
Toward CT 8 SOUTH: Torrington, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 30D
Toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Hartland, 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 3.5 and 35.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CT 20 / Main Street
Turn right onto CT 20 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
CT 8 / North Main Street
Turn left onto CT 8 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
7.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
8
35.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
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 30D
Toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
5
35.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
West Main Street
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.81 one way
$11.62 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.39 | $12.79 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.91 | $13.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Waterbury, CT
Late night in Waterbury on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
14 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
51m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, with 76% of the drive utilizing these faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.3 miles along CT 8. This means much of your journey will be on well-maintained, higher-speed roads, allowing for consistent progress. While the specific road types outside of CT 8 and Riverton Road aren't detailed, the overall profile suggests a blend that leans heavily towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. You'll likely experience a consistent driving rhythm for the majority of the trip.
76% 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: 27.3 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 8 and Riverton Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near CT 20 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 51m 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: at 3.5 miles (CT 20 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (CT 8 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 36.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.3 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: at 3.5 miles (CT 20 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (CT 8 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (US 44; CT 8; CT 183 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Waterbury, 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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