Moosup to Bristol is 75.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 33 minutes via CT 2, I-395, and I-84, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Connecticut, taking you from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. The route is primarily highway, making it a straightforward trip for getting from point A to point B. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick, efficient drive without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.6 miles from Moosup, CT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
CT 2
34.4 mi
40m
I 395
17.7 mi
19m
I 84
13.5 mi
17m
CT 72
4.4 mi
6m
Riverside Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
West Town Street
1.3 mi
2m
Prospect Street
0.8 mi
1m
School Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 34.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moosup, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on Village Center Circle
74 ft·9 sec·Village Center Circle
2
Turn left onto CT 14
12 ft·1 sec·Main Street
3
Turn right onto CT 14
0.8 mi·1 min·Prospect Street
4
Continue on CT 14
0.2 mi·23 sec·East Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
6
Merge onto I 395
18 mi·19 min·I 395
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·43 sec
Exit 14Toward Hartford, Colchester
8
Turn right onto West Town Street
1.3 mi·2 min·West Town Street
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
10
Merge onto CT 2
34 mi·40 min·CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 84 West, I 91 NorthUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 84; US 6
13 mi·17 min·I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 72
4.4 mi·6 min·CT 72
Exit 33Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit onto CT 72
1.4 mi·2 min·Riverside Avenue
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto CT 72
276 ft·8 sec·Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto CT 72
0.4 mi·35 sec·School Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto CT 69
71 ft·1 sec·West Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 33-minute drive, leaving mid-morning is a good bet to avoid peak commute times in either Moosup or Bristol. Since it's a relatively short trip at 75.3 miles, you have flexibility with stops. Factor in the $13 fuel cost and ensure your tank is sufficiently full before departing, especially since most of the drive is on highways where services can be spread out. Watch for the transition from CT 2 to I-395; it’s a key point where the driving style changes.
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 37.6 miles from Moosup, CT, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 17 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 45m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, CT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Moosup, CT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Moosup, CT
This is one driving day of about 75.3 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Moosup, CT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on CT 2 for about 34.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 18.9 and 74.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
18.9 mi into trip|~21m 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
20.4 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward CT 2 West: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CT 2 West: Hartford
8
55 mi into trip|~1h 6m 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
69 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
74.9 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|CT 72 / School Street
Turn right onto CT 72 / School Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.31 one way
$26.62 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$14.58
$29.16
premium
$5.29
$15.68
$31.36
diesel
$5.35
$15.86
$31.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.6
0
$7.91
$3.61
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.59
$3.01
EV Truck/SUV
30.1
0
$10.54
$4.82
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Moosup, CT
Afternoon
in Moosup on Wednesday
Local time
4:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
NW 2 to 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Bristol, CT
Afternoon
in Bristol on Wednesday
Local time
4:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
N 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
59°F
Marlborough, CT
38 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.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 93% of this 75.3-mile drive on highways, expect mostly high-speed cruising. You'll encounter a long stretch of 34.4 miles on CT 2 before transitioning to the interstate system. The extensive highway use means you'll see frequent exits and entrances, particularly as you merge onto I-395 and then I-84. The latter part of the route will feel like typical interstate driving.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 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?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.3 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: at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
464 ft49 ft
Total Climb
910 ft
Total Descent
831 ft
Highest Point
464 ft
~43 mi in
Elevation Range
414 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moosup, CT and Bristol, CT, road signs point toward Hartford and Colchester.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 75.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). 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.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55 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.
