Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Glastonbury, CT
Wikimedia Commons
If you are looking to travel between Hungary and Glastonbury, Connecticut, this 25.9-mile route offers a direct path through the Northeast. You can expect a drive time of approximately 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a simple, one-day excursion. Given the short distance, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. With a modest fuel budget of $4, it is an economical trip that fits easily into a morning or afternoon schedule. Since the entire journey takes place within the state of Connecticut, you will enjoy a consistent, local travel experience without crossing regional borders.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| CT 2 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Turkey Hills Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Rainbow Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Hungary Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| I 84 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Hebron Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hungary, CT and Glastonbury, CT.
Start on Hungary Road
Turn left onto Canal Road
Turn left onto CT 20
Continue on CT 20
Continue on CT 20
Take the ramp onto CT 20
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20
Merge onto CT 20
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 44
Take the exit
Merge onto CT 2
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto Hebron Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
Continue on Hebron Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Hebron Avenue
Continue on Hebron Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.4 and 25.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 20 toward CT 20 East: Springfield, Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 84 East, CT 2 East: East Hartford, New London
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward CT 94: Hebron Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 94: Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.17 one way
$8.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Night in Hungary on Saturday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Night in Glastonbury on Saturday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate commute. You will navigate primarily via Canal Road, East Granby Road, and Turkey Hills Road, as the route features a 0% highway share. Because this path relies exclusively on local roads, you will need to remain attentive to the winding nature of the drive. The personality of this route is defined by its constant navigation through local corridors, ensuring a hands-on experience behind the wheel. Prepare for a steady, rhythmic pace that contrasts sharply with the monotonous nature of typical highway travel.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in near CT 20.
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 16 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.4 miles (CT 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
157 ft
Total Descent
381 ft
Highest Point
277 ft
~3.7 mi in
Elevation Range
258 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hungary, CT and Glastonbury, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and New London.
Hartford
New London
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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