Origin
Hebron, CT
Morning in Hebron on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
12°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hebron, CT to Bristol, 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
51m
Distance
40 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
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 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hebron, CT
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Bristol, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit across Connecticut, this 40-mile drive from Hebron to Bristol is a straightforward, highway-focused journey. You can comfortably complete the trip in about 51 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting roughly $6 for fuel is sufficient for the trek, which relies heavily on a mix of CT 2, I-84, and CT 72. Because the route is located entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent atmosphere throughout the drive. It is a highly efficient path that prioritizes speed over leisure, perfect for travelers looking to reach their destination without unnecessary delays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 14.4 mi | 17m |
| I 84 | 13.5 mi | 17m |
| CT 72 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 3 mi | 3m |
| Hebron Road | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| School Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 14.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hebron, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on CT 85
97 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn left onto CT 66
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on CT 66
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hebron Road
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
5
Merge onto CT 2
14 mi
·
17 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
13 mi
·
17 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
CT 72
Exit 33
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit onto CT 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto CT 72
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto CT 72
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
School Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto CT 69
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Hebron, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 40 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CT 66 / West Main Street
Turn left onto CT 66 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
19.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West, I 91 North
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 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
7
33.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
CT 72
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
6
39.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
CT 72 / School Street
Turn right onto CT 72 / School Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
40 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
CT 69 / West Street
Turn left onto CT 69 / West Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.44 one way
$12.88 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bristol, CT
Morning in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°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
21 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 fast-paced experience, as 81% of this route takes place on highways. You will spend your time navigating major arteries, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 14.4 miles on CT 2. The drive transitions from regional state roads into the heavier traffic patterns of the interstate system before finishing on CT 72. While the route lacks the complexity of technical backroads, the highway-focused design ensures you maintain a steady, productive pace behind the wheel. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on CT 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CT 66 / West Main Street.
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 10 decision points packed into just 40 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CT 66 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.8 miles (CT 72): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 40 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 (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on CT 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Bristol, 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: near the start (CT 66 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.8 miles (CT 72): 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 Bristol, 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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