Origin
Sharon, CT
Morning in Sharon on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharon, CT to Waterbury, 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
1h 3m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharon, CT
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Waterbury, CT
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Trip Overview
This 41.2-mile journey from Sharon to Waterbury, Connecticut, is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 57 minutes to complete. Because the duration is under an hour, you can easily handle this as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Main Street, Cornwall Bridge Road, and Kent Road, keeping your travel costs low with an estimated fuel budget of $7. Both towns are situated within the Northeast region, meaning you will remain in the same geographic area throughout your transit. It is a practical, efficient route for those looking to travel between these two Connecticut locations quickly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 8 | 18.8 mi | 22m |
| Cornwall Bridge Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Sharon Turnpike | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Furnace Brook Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Goshen Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Torrington Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Bunker Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Elm Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 8
— 18.8 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon, CT and Waterbury, CT.
1
Start on West Main Street
23 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on CT 41
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto CT 4
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Cornwall Bridge Road
4
Continue on US 7; CT 4
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Kent Road
5
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 4
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Furnace Brook Road
6
Continue on CT 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cemetery Hill Road
7
Turn right onto CT 4
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bunker Hill Road
8
Continue on CT 4
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Sharon Turnpike
9
Enter roundabout onto CT 4
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Torrington Road
10
Continue on CT 4
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Torrington Road
11
Continue on CT 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Goshen Road
12
Continue on CT 4
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Migeon Avenue
13
Turn straight onto CT 4
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Columbus Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Columbus Street
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
this road
Toward CT 8 South: Waterbury
16
Merge onto CT 8
19 mi
·
22 min
·
CT 8
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 30D
Toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Sharon, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 43.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CT 4 / Furnace Brook Road
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 4 / Furnace Brook Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
17.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
CT 4 / Torrington Road
Enter roundabout onto CT 4 / Torrington Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
CT 8
Merge onto CT 8
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
43.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
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 30D
Toward West Main Street, Downtown Waterbury
5
43.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
West Main Street
Turn sharp left onto West Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.08 one way
$14.17 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.43 | $16.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.25
Sharon Turnpike
(3.6 mi)
$0.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Waterbury, CT
Morning in Waterbury on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 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
1h 3m 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 that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to navigate local roads for the entire 41.2-mile distance. The road profile is characterized by frequent curves and turns, requiring you to stay alert as you transition between the various segments of the journey. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, your pace will be dictated by the local road layout. You should prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes maneuvering over high-speed cruising.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on CT 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in near CT 4 / Furnace Brook Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 44 miles you will encounter 9 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 8.1 miles (CT 4 / Furnace Brook Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.8 miles (CT 4 / Torrington Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.6 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Sharon, CT
Full guide →Sharon is a town in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut.
Arriving in Waterbury, CT
Full guide →Waterbury is a small city in Connecticut that calls itself Brass City because its industrial base was built on metal industries, including silver, but particularly brass. It is a pleasant city to visit, with a historic downtown, nearby parks, and culinary attractions like a chocolate factory and artisanal bakeries.
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 1h 3m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on CT 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.25 in tolls one way, starting with Sharon 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.
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 8.1 miles (CT 4 / Furnace Brook Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.8 miles (CT 4 / Torrington Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.6 miles (CT 8): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Waterbury, 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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