Origin
Naugatuck, CT
Morning in Naugatuck on Tuesday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Naugatuck, CT to Manchester, 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
56m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Naugatuck, CT
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Manchester, CT
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Trip Overview
Naugatuck to Manchester is 41.2 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 84 and Center Street/CT 8, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Connecticut, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and mostly highway profile, it's a practical option for a quick trip between these two locations without needing an overnight stay. You'll be covering a relatively short distance, making it ideal for a half-day excursion or simply getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.9 mi | 40m |
| Center Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| CT 8 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Pearl Lake Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Reidville Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| US 6 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Baldwin Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 31.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naugatuck, CT and Manchester, CT.
1
Start on CT 63
22 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cherry Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
335 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward CT 8 North: Waterbury
4
Merge onto CT 8
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 27
Toward South Main Street, Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
111 ft
·
3 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Waterbury Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Waterbury Road
8
Continue on South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Main Street
9
Turn slight right onto Baldwin Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Baldwin Street
10
Turn right onto Pearl Lake Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pearl Lake Road
11
Continue on Harpers Ferry Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harpers Ferry Road
12
Turn right onto Reidville Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Reidville Drive
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
14
Merge onto I 84
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
14 mi
·
19 min
·
I 84
Use the slight right lane.
16
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.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
18
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.
19
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Middle Turnpike West
Use the right lane.
20
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on US 6; US 44
336 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Center Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 6; US 44
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Naugatuck, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 38 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street, Waterbury
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 27
Toward South Main Street, Waterbury
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
20.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
34.5 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
38 mi into trip
|
~51m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.63 one way
$13.27 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Manchester, CT
Morning in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
6:20 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
56m 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 highway driving, with 83% of the 41.2 miles on freeways like I 84. You'll experience a longest stretch of 31.9 miles on I 84, meaning extended periods of consistent speed. Surface streets like Center Street and CT 8 will make up the remaining portion, likely involving more local traffic and intersections as you approach your destination. Expect a fairly continuous drive with fewer interruptions once you're on the main highway.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.9 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Center Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 41.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 41.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.9 miles on I 84. 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 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: at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (I 84): 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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