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Trip from Kent, CT to Manchester, CT

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 30m

Distance

59.2 mi

95 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 23m ★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States

Kent, CT

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Downtown Manchester, CT, CT

Manchester, CT

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Trip Overview

This 59.2-mile drive from Kent to Manchester, Connecticut, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Litchfield Turnpike and Albany Avenue, with a segment on I-84, making for a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, this is a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. The journey offers a good balance of highway and local road driving, perfect for a relaxed day out without needing an overnight stay. Plan for this to be a straightforward hop across the state, ideal for a quick getaway.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

29.6 miles from Kent, CT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Litchfield Turnpike 11.8 mi 16m
Albany Avenue 6.8 mi 10m
I 84 5.1 mi 6m
Kent Cornwall Road 4.8 mi 7m
Sharon Turnpike 3.6 mi 5m
Kent Road South 3.5 mi 5m
Furnace Brook Road 3.3 mi 4m
West Main Street 2.7 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Litchfield Turnpike — 11.8 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kent, CT and Manchester, CT.

1

Start on this road

73 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn sharp left onto CT 341

81 ft · 10 sec · Bridge Street
3

Turn left onto US 7

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
4

Continue on US 7

4.8 mi · 7 min · Kent Cornwall Road
5

Continue on US 7

3.3 mi · 4 min · Kent Road South
6

Keep slight right at fork onto Kent Road South

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Kent Road South
7

Turn slight right onto CT 4

3.3 mi · 4 min · Furnace Brook Road
8

Continue on CT 4

1.0 mi · 1 min · Cemetery Hill Road
9

Turn right onto CT 4

1.7 mi · 2 min · Bunker Hill Road
10

Continue on CT 4

3.6 mi · 5 min · Sharon Turnpike
11

Enter roundabout onto CT 4

83 ft · 1 sec · Torrington Road
12

Continue on CT 4

2.1 mi · 3 min · Torrington Road
13

Continue on CT 4

2.5 mi · 3 min · Goshen Road
14

Continue on CT 4

0.7 mi · 1 min · Migeon Avenue
15

Turn straight onto CT 4

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Merge onto US 202; CT 4

2.4 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
17

Continue on US 202

12 mi · 16 min · Litchfield Turnpike
Use the left / slight left / straight lanes.
18

Continue on US 44; US 202

2.7 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on US 44

1.4 mi · 2 min · Avon Mountain Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Continue on US 44

6.8 mi · 10 min · Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Continue on US 44

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Main Street
22

Turn left onto US 44

0.2 mi · 14 sec · South Morgan Street
Use the left lane.
23

Take the exit onto US 44

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US 44
Toward I 84 East: Boston
24

Merge onto I 84; US 6; US 44

1.5 mi · 2 min · I 84; US 6; US 44
25

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.
26

Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
27

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.
28

Turn right onto US 6; US 44

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Middle Turnpike West
Use the right lane.
29

Turn right onto US 6; US 44

2.3 mi · 3 min · Center Street
Use the right lane.
30

Continue on US 6; US 44

336 ft · 12 sec · East Center Street
31

Arrive at destination

US 6; US 44

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 30-minute duration for this 59.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility on when to depart. Leaving mid-morning could allow you to avoid any potential rush hour impacts and enjoy a more relaxed start. With only about $10 in estimated fuel costs, you won't need to worry much about refueling stops. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 11.8 miles on Litchfield Turnpike, so if you prefer to break up the drive, plan a brief stop before or after this segment. This is a straightforward drive, so focus on enjoying the changing scenery as you head towards Manchester.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.6 miles from Kent, CT, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 13 miles or 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.6 miles or 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manchester, CT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kent, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Kent, CT

This is one driving day of about 59.2 miles and 1h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Kent, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Litchfield Turnpike for about 11.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Connecticut, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Canton, CT

30 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

Cornwall, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Hartford, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Kent, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

The Blue House Bagel Co. & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Canton, Connecticut

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third · 32min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18603522936

Visit website

Vinny's Restaurant & Pizza

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Torrington, Connecticut

0.4 mi

Cafe Aura

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Manchester, Connecticut

0.1 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

TheSpot Cafe'

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

East Hartford, Connecticut

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 6min to go 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18603102283

The Blue House Bagel Co. & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Canton, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18603522936

Visit website

Vinny's Restaurant & Pizza

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18604825551

Visit website

Cafe Aura

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Manchester, Connecticut

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18606432751

Visit website

Villager Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Kent, Connecticut

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18609271555

Visit website

Fife 'n Drum Restaurant & Inn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Kent, Connecticut

+18609273509

Visit website

Venetian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+18604898592

Visit website

99 Restaurants

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18604891299

Visit website

Anthony's Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18604896656

Visit website

TheSpot Cafe'

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

East Hartford, Connecticut

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18603102283

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Simsbury, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Torrington, Connecticut

+18887800062

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Torrington, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

West Simsbury, Connecticut

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

Hungry Tiger Cafe & Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Manchester, Connecticut

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+18606491195

Visit website

Farmington River Tubing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

New Hartford, Connecticut

+18606936465

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | CT 341 / Bridge Street

Turn sharp left onto CT 341 / Bridge Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
50.7 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | US 44 / South Morgan Street

Turn left onto US 44 / South Morgan Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
52.5 mi into trip | ~1h 20m 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
56.1 mi into trip | ~1h 24m 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
56.5 mi into trip | ~1h 25m 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

$9.53 one way

$19.06 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $10.49 $20.97
premium $4.86 $11.34 $22.67
diesel $5.61 $13.07 $26.14

Estimated Tolls: $1.08

Litchfield Turnpike (11.8 mi) $0.83
Sharon Turnpike (3.6 mi) $0.25

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.8 0 $6.22 $2.84
Efficient EV 14.8 0 $5.18 $2.37
EV Truck/SUV 23.7 0 $8.29 $3.79

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Kent, CT

Late night in Kent on Tuesday

Local time

5:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Manchester, CT

Late night in Manchester on Tuesday

Local time

5:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

--

Unavailable

59°F

Canton, CT

30 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

1h 30m 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?

The character of this 59.2-mile route is a blend of speeds, with 36% of the drive on highways. You'll encounter an 11.8-mile stretch on Litchfield Turnpike, offering a consistent experience before transitioning to other roads. The drive progresses through a mix of driving environments, moving from what is likely more rural or suburban settings towards the urban landscape of Manchester. Expect a profile that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding, a pleasant change of pace as you cover the distance.

36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 mi on Litchfield Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 early in the drive near CT 341 / Bridge Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 50.7 miles (US 44 / South Morgan Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 59.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 11.8 miles on Litchfield Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.08 in tolls one way, starting with Litchfield Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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: near the start (CT 341 / Bridge Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 50.7 miles (US 44 / South Morgan Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 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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