Origin
Montville, CT
Late night in Montville on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montville, CT to New Britain, 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 6m
Distance
47.8 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montville, CT
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New Britain, CT
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Trip Overview
Montville, CT to New Britain, CT is 47.8 miles and takes about 1h 6m via CT 2 and I-91, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that focuses heavily on highway travel, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads designed for efficient travel. Consider this route when you need a quick, no-nonsense journey between these two Connecticut locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| I 91 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| CT 9 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Raymond Hill Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Old Colchester Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Parum Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| CT 3 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Deep River Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montville, CT and New Britain, CT.
1
Start on Raymond Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Raymond Hill Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto CT 163
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Raymond Hill Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CT 82; CT 163
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Norwich-Salem Turnpike
4
Continue on CT 82
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Norwich Road
5
Turn right onto CT 354
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Colchester Road
6
Continue on CT 354
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Deep River Road
7
Continue on CT 354
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Parum Road
8
Turn left onto Lake Hayward Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Lake Hayward Road
9
Turn right onto CT 85
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
New London Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Hartford: CT 2 West
11
Merge onto CT 2
20 mi
·
23 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Exit 5D
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
14
Continue on CT 3
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91 South: New Haven
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Merge onto I 91
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 22N
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto CT 9
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
CT 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 1
Toward CT 71: Kensington
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto CT 71
241 ft
·
4 sec
·
New Britain Road
22
Continue on CT 71
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
23
Turn right
195 ft
·
21 sec
24
Turn left onto Whiting Street
154 ft
·
4 sec
·
Whiting Street
25
Arrive at destination
Whiting Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Montville, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 32.3 and 46.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
32.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
6
35.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 91 South: New Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 91 South: New Haven
7
41.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward CT 9 North: New Britain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 22N
Toward CT 9 North: New Britain
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
46.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward CT 71: Kensington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1
Toward CT 71: Kensington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.70 one way
$15.39 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.47 | $16.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.06
Norwich-Salem Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.06
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
New Britain, CT
Late night in New Britain on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
East Hampton, CT
24 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
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 6m 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 route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 69% of it on major roadways. You'll experience the efficiency of highways for much of the 47.8-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.3 miles on CT 2, offering a solid period of consistent driving. While the majority of the trip utilizes freeways like I-91 and CT 9, the initial and final segments might involve local roads, providing a slight variation in the driving experience. Expect a predominantly fast-paced journey suitable for covering ground quickly.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.3 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 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.3 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 47.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Montville, CT to New Britain, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford: Ct 2 West along the way.
Hartford: Ct 2 West
11.7 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Arriving in New Britain, CT
Full guide →New Britain is a city in Connecticut. The "Hardware City" is the official nickname of the city.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 47.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.3 miles on CT 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.06 in tolls one way, starting with Norwich-Salem 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 New Britain, 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 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Britain, 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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