Origin
Jewett City, CT
Late night in Jewett City on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jewett City, CT to Bristol, 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 22m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jewett City, CT
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Bristol, CT
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Trip Overview
This 64.4-mile drive from Jewett City, CT, to Bristol, CT, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 91% of the journey on roads like CT 2, I-84, and I-395, making it a straightforward highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Given its relatively short length and direct path, it’s an ideal option when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 34.4 mi | 40m |
| I 84 | 13.5 mi | 17m |
| I 395 | 6.4 mi | 6m |
| CT 72 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Riverside Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Town Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| River Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 34.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jewett City, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on Ashland Street
82 ft
·
10 sec
·
Ashland Street
2
Turn left onto CT 12
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on CT 12; CT 138
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge onto I 395
6.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 395
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 14
Toward Hartford, Colchester
7
Turn right onto West Town Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Town Street
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
9
Merge onto CT 2
34 mi
·
40 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 84; US 6
13 mi
·
17 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
CT 72
Exit 33
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit onto CT 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverside Avenue
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto CT 72
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto CT 72
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
School Street
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto CT 69
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Jewett City, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 64 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
8.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Hartford, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward Hartford, Colchester
6
9.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward CT 2 West: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
8
44.2 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
CT 72 / School Street
Turn right onto CT 72 / School Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.37 one way
$20.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.41 | $22.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Late night in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
East Hampton, CT
32 mi in
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
29 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 22m 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 predominantly highway-focused drive for this 64.4-mile journey. With 91% of the route on major roads, you'll spend most of your time on CT 2, I-84, and I-395. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 34.4 miles on CT 2, offering a period of consistent cruising. This profile suggests a drive characterized by steady speeds and minimal local road navigation, allowing for a smooth and predictable travel experience.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.4 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 around 8.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jewett City, CT and Bristol, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Colchester.
Hartford
8.1 mi in
|
~10m
Colchester
8.1 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.4 miles on CT 2. 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 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: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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