Origin
Norwich, CT
Late night in Norwich on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norwich, CT to Hungary, 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 20m
Distance
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norwich, CT
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Hungary, CT
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Norwich, CT to Hungary, CT is 59.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via CT 2, I-91, and CT 20, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Connecticut, making it a straightforward, single-day journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. Given its short duration and manageable cost, it's a practical option for a quick transition between locations or a brief excursion. Consider this drive when you need to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 37.3 mi | 44m |
| I 91 | 9 mi | 10m |
| CT 20 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Bradley International Airport Connector | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Newgate Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Copper Hill Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 37.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwich, CT and Hungary, CT.
1
Start on Courthouse Square
25 ft
·
2 sec
·
Courthouse Square
2
Turn slight right onto Main Street
295 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto Franklin Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
Franklin Street
4
Continue on Franklin Street
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
Franklin Street
5
Turn left onto Bath Street
391 ft
·
9 sec
·
Bath Street
6
Continue on Broadway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
7
Turn right onto CT 2; CT 32
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
8
Turn left onto CT 2; CT 32
37 mi
·
44 min
·
CT 2; CT 32
Toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Willimantic, Hartford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 84 West, I 91 North
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 84; US 6
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 84; US 6
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 51
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 91
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 91
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on CT 20
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bradley International Airport Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto CT 20
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
CT 20
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto Newgate Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Newgate Road
17
Turn left onto Copper Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Copper Hill Road
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Copper Hill Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Copper Hill Road
19
Turn right onto Hungary Road
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hungary Road
20
Arrive at destination
Hungary Road
Where to Stop
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.
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 29.8 miles from Norwich, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 52.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CT 2; CT 32
Turn left onto CT 2; CT 32 toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Willimantic, Hartford
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Willimantic, Har...
8
38.9 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
8
39.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport
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 51
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley Interna...
7
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
7
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
CT 20
Take the exit onto CT 20 toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.59 one way
$19.19 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.56 | $21.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 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 | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hungary, CT
Late night in Hungary on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m 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 drive is heavily highway-focused, with 84% of the journey utilizing major roadways like CT 2 and I-91. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 37.3 miles on CT 2, allowing for steady progress. The character is predominantly that of a high-speed transit route, designed for covering distance effectively rather than for leisurely sightseeing. Expect smooth driving conditions for the majority of the trip, transitioning between these main arteries as you approach your destination.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.3 mi on CT 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near CT 2; CT 32.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.7 miles (CT 2; CT 32): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 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 Norwich, CT and Hungary, CT, road signs point toward Bradley International Airport and Granby.
Bradley International Airport
39.9 mi in
|
~50m
Granby
52.7 mi in
|
~1h 6m
|
via CT 20
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 59.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.3 miles on CT 2. 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 Hungary, 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 1.7 miles (CT 2; CT 32): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail. 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 Hungary, 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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