Origin
New Haven, CT
Late night in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Haven, CT to Coventry, 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 15m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Haven, CT
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Coventry, CT
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Trip Overview
This 57.7-mile drive from New Haven to Coventry, Connecticut, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-91 and I-384, this route is almost entirely highway, making it an efficient option for a day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, it's a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. You'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads, so if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated trip between two Connecticut locations, this route fits the bill perfectly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 35.1 mi | 42m |
| I 384 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| US 44 | 4 mi | 6m |
| US 5 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| I 84 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 35.1 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, CT and Coventry, CT.
1
Start on College Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
College Street
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91 North: Hartford
5
Merge onto I 91
35 mi
·
42 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 29
Toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto US 5; CT 15
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 5; CT 15
8
Merge onto I 84; US 6
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
9
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 384
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 384
11
Continue on US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 6; US 44
12
Take the exit onto US 44
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 44
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Turn right onto CT 31
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
CT 31
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from New Haven, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 49.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Elm Street
Turn right onto Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
36.5 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 29
Toward CT 15 North: East Hartford, Boston
8
40.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 384 East: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 59
Toward I 384 East: Providence
7
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 44
Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 44 East: Coventry, Mansfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.29 one way
$18.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.05 | $22.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Coventry, CT
Late night in Coventry on Sunday
Local time
12:37 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
1h 15m 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 an 87% highway-focused experience on this trip. The majority of your drive will be on I-91, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 35.1 miles. As you transition to I-384 and then onto Main Street, the character shifts slightly but remains predominantly focused on efficient travel rather than scenic detours. This isn't a winding country road; it’s a more direct, higher-speed passage designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.1 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 384. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Elm Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between New Haven, CT and Coventry, CT, road signs point toward Boston and Mansfield.
Boston
36.5 mi in
|
~44m
Mansfield
49.5 mi in
|
~1h 1m
|
via US 44
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.1 miles on I 91. 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 Coventry, 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 0.1 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Weir Farm National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coventry, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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