Origin
New Britain, CT
Morning in New Britain on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Britain, CT to Wallingford, 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
23m
Distance
16.5 mi
26 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
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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Wallingford, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip between New Britain and Wallingford, you can expect a straightforward 16.5-mile journey that typically takes about 23 minutes. This route stays entirely on local roads, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical way to navigate through the Northeast corridor of Connecticut. Because there are no required stops along the way, you have the freedom to complete the drive in one efficient push. It serves as a practical, no-fuss connection for travelers looking to move between these two cities without the complexity of major highway systems.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broad Street | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Berlin Turnpike | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| North Colony Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| CT 9 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ellis Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Columbus Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Whiting Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Broad Street
— 6.6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain, CT and Wallingford, CT.
1
Start on Whiting Street
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
Whiting Street
2
Turn left onto CT 71
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto Ellis Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Ellis Street
4
Turn right onto Columbus Boulevard
160 ft
·
4 sec
·
Columbus Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
6
Merge onto CT 9
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
CT 9
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 32
Toward CT 372: East Berlin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
306 ft
·
7 sec
9
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berlin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 5; CT 15
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
North Broad Street
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 61
Toward US 5: Wallingford, Meriden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 5
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Colony Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left
216 ft
·
15 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 13.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Columbus Boulevard
Turn right onto Columbus Boulevard
Navigation decision point
7
3.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward CT 372: East Berlin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32
Toward CT 372: East Berlin
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Merge onto US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
13.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Wallingford, Meriden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 61
Toward US 5: Wallingford, Meriden
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 5 / North Colony Road
Turn left onto US 5 / North Colony Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.66 one way
$5.31 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.92 | $5.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.24
Berlin Turnpike
(3.4 mi)
$0.24
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
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Wallingford, CT
Morning in Wallingford on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
23m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way from New Britain to Wallingford. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on city streets like South Main Street, Ellis Street, and Columbus Boulevard to get you to your destination. With a highway share of 0%, you should be prepared for frequent intersections and standard local speed limits rather than high-speed cruising. The path remains consistent throughout the 16.5-mile distance, offering a hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention at every turn. You will find that the road remains technical and engaging from start to finish, reflecting its purely local character.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.6 mi on North Broad Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.4 miles in near Columbus Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 16.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Columbus Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): 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.
On the drive from New Britain, CT to Wallingford, CT, road signs begin pointing toward Meriden along the way.
Meriden
13.6 mi in
|
~18m
About the Cities
Starting in New Britain, CT
Full guide →Founded 1850
New Britain is a city in Connecticut. The "Hardware City" is the official nickname of the city.
Top landmarks
- • New Britain Museum of American Art — art museum in New Britain, Connecticut
- • Walnut Hill Park — a large public park west of downtown New Britain, Connecticut, United States of...
- • Sloper-Wesoly House — historic house in Connecticut, United States
Arriving in Wallingford, CT
Full guide →Wallingford is a city in Connecticut.
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 23m. Total distance: 16.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.6 miles on North Broad Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.24 in tolls one way, starting with Berlin 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 Wallingford, 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 0.4 miles (Columbus Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (US 5; CT 15 / Berlin Turnpike): 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 Wallingford, 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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