Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Britain, CT
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The drive from New Britain, CT to Thompson, CT covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, Berlin Turnpike, Brayman Hollow Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.9 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Brayman Hollow Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Boston Turnpike | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Cedar Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Ashford Center Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Storrs Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Merrow Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain, CT and Thompson, CT.
Start on Whiting Street
Turn right onto CT 71
Continue on CT 71
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
Turn left
Merge onto CT 9
Take the exit
Turn right onto CT 175
Continue on CT 175
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
Take the exit
Turn right onto CT 195
Continue on CT 195
Continue on CT 195
Turn left onto US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Turn left onto CT 198
Turn right onto CT 244
Continue on CT 244
Turn slight left onto CT 97
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44
Continue on US 44; CT 12
Turn left onto CT 12
Continue on CT 12
Turn right onto CT 193
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from New Britain, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 28.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward CT 175: Newington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6 toward I 84 East: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CT 195: Tolland, Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto CT 195 / Merrow Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.64 one way
$19.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in New Britain on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Light Rain
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 2:19AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
Afternoon in Thompson on Sunday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Light Rain
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 2:19AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
59.9 mi in 1h 29m — 52% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: I 84.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.9 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 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.9 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New Britain, CT to Thompson, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Mansfield along the way.
Mansfield
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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