Origin
Manchester, CT
Morning in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Trip from Manchester, CT to Canton, 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
35m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
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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Canton, CT
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Trip Overview
Manchester, CT to Canton, CT is 21.1 miles and takes about 35m via Albany Avenue and I 84, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a local feel with a good amount of turning involved, making it a straightforward, single-day trip. If you're looking for a short hop between towns without a major scenic focus, this route fits the bill.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Avenue | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Albany Turnpike | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Avon Mountain Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Center Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Spencer Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Albany Avenue
— 6.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, CT and Canton, 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 right at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 44
Exit 50
Toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 44
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
11
Continue on US 44
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Albany Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 44
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Avon Mountain Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 44; CT 10
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 44; US 202
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Albany Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
US 44; US 202
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 8 — 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.
6
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 44
Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
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 50
Toward US 44 West: Main Street, New Haven
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.40 one way
$6.79 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.74 | $7.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
Albany Turnpike
(1.6 mi)
$0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Canton, CT
Morning in Canton on Tuesday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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.
Road read
35m 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 is a turn-heavy local drive, with only 27% of the route on highways. You'll spend a significant portion navigating local streets, including Albany Avenue and East Main Street, which will require your attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.7 miles along Albany Avenue. While I 84 offers a brief period of faster travel, the overall character is one of frequent adjustments and navigating through populated areas.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.7 mi on Albany Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 7 decision points packed into just 21.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
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.
Between Manchester, CT and Canton, CT, road signs point toward Boston and New Haven.
Boston
2.8 mi in
|
~5m
New Haven
8 mi in
|
~12m
|
via US 44
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 21.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.7 miles on Albany Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.11 in tolls one way, starting with Albany 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 Canton, 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 Canton, 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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