Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Southington, CT
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Norwich to Southington is 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m via CT 2 and I 84, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Given its mostly highway profile and short duration, this route is ideal for a quick, straightforward drive. You'll find it's a practical option for getting from point A to point B without much fuss, perfect for a day trip or a short leg of a longer adventure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 37.3 mi | 44m |
| I 84 | 16.7 mi | 21m |
| North Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Queen Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bath Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Norwich, CT and Southington, CT.
Start on Courthouse Square
Turn slight right onto Main Street
Enter roundabout onto Franklin Street
Continue on Franklin Street
Turn left onto Bath Street
Continue on Broadway
Turn right onto CT 2; CT 32
Turn left onto CT 2; CT 32
Take the exit
Merge onto I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
Take the exit
Turn right onto CT 10
Continue on CT 10
Turn left onto CT 120
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 29.6 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 56.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto Franklin Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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
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
Take the exit toward CT 10: Queen Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CT 10 / Queen Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$10.31 one way
$20.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.93 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| premium | $5.30 | $12.33 | $24.67 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $14.38 | $28.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
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 Norwich on Tuesday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Southington on Tuesday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
59°F
Marlborough, CT
30 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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.
This drive is primarily on highways, with 91% of the route utilizing them. You'll experience a substantial stretch of highway cruising for 37.3 miles on CT 2 before transitioning. The final portion of your drive will involve navigating local roads like North Main Street as you enter Southington. Expect a lot of exits and merging traffic as you transition from highway to surface streets.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 84. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Franklin Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.1 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 (Franklin Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; 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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
789 ft
Total Descent
635 ft
Highest Point
535 ft
~25.3 mi in
Elevation Range
511 ft
Founded 1659
Norwich, also known as The Rose of New England is a city in southeastern Connecticut surrounded by other thriving Connecticut cities such as Hartford, New Haven, and New London. In 2018, the population was 38,000. Norwich was founded in 1659 when settlers from Old Saybrook, Connecticut, purchased land from Chief Uncas, leader of the Mohegan Native American tribe. Because of this, with a short drive you can enter Uncasville where the magnificent Mohegan Sun Casino is located.
Top landmarks
Founded 1779
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 59.1 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 (91%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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