Origin
Manchester, CT
Morning in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Manchester, CT to Berlin, 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
26m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, CT
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Berlin, CT
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Trip Overview
Manchester, CT to Berlin, CT is 18.2 miles and takes about 26 minutes via CT 15 and I-84, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Connecticut, moving you from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a quick trip, mostly on major roadways, making it ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route for a practical, no-fuss journey between these two Connecticut towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 15 | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| I 84 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| West Center Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Center Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Worthington Ridge | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Spencer Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Cemetery Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 15
— 11.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, CT and Berlin, CT.
1
Start on US 6; US 44
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Center Street
2
Continue on West Center Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Center Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Spencer Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Spencer Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Cemetery Road
352 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cemetery Road
5
Take the ramp
241 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, Boston
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15
12 mi
·
15 min
·
CT 15
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
Use the slight left lane.
9
Turn right onto Worthington Ridge
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Worthington Ridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
Worthington Ridge
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 17.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, Boston
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 84 West, I 84 East, I 291: Hartford, B...
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 84; US 6
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CT 15
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 15 toward CT 15 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward CT 15 South: New York City
6
17.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Worthington Ridge
Turn right onto Worthington Ridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.93 one way
$5.86 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Berlin, CT
Morning in Berlin on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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
26m 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?
This drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 72% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for the most part, including an uninterrupted stretch of 11.5 miles on CT 15. Expect a steady pace as you navigate these primary arteries, designed for efficient transit rather than scenic detours. The transition between CT 15 and I-84 is seamless, maintaining a consistent driving environment throughout the short distance.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.5 mi on CT 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 15 and I 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 6 decision points packed into just 18.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Manchester, CT to Berlin, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
2.8 mi in
|
~5m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.5 miles on CT 15. 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 Berlin, 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 2.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 84; US 6): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Berlin, 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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