Origin
Sherman, CT
Late night in Sherman on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sherman, CT to Bristol, 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
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherman, CT
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Bristol, CT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 37.5-mile journey from Sherman to Bristol, Connecticut, is designed for a single day of exploration, taking about 1 hour and 5 minutes to complete. With a modest fuel cost of around $6, it's an economical option for a short excursion within the Northeast region. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, including Route 37 East, Sherman Road, and Kent Road, offering a connected local driving experience without any highway stretches. This route is ideal if you're looking for a brief, uncomplicated trip that won't eat up your entire day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Bantam Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Litchfield Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Litchfield Turnpike | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| New Milford Turnpike | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Kent Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Sherman Road | 1.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Northfield Road
— 7.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherman, CT and Bristol, CT.
1
Start on CT 37
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 37 East
2
Continue on CT 37
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Sherman Road
3
Turn right onto US 7
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Kent Road
4
Turn left onto US 202; CT 67
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Turn left onto US 202
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Street
6
Continue on US 202
0.7 mi
·
44 sec
·
Poplar Street
7
Continue on US 202
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Lane Road
8
Continue on US 202
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Litchfield Road
9
Continue on US 202
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
New Milford Turnpike
10
Continue on US 202
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Litchfield Turnpike
11
Continue on US 202
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Bantam Road
12
Continue on US 202
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
13
Continue on East Street
266 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Street
14
Continue on CT 118
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
15
Turn right onto CT 254
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Northfield Road
16
Turn left onto Meadow Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Meadow Street
17
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Continue on CT 222
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Allen Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Allen Street
20
Turn straight onto Canal Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Canal Street
21
At end of road, turn right onto CT 72
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Terryville Road
22
Continue on CT 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Street
23
Turn right onto CT 69
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Street
24
Arrive at destination
CT 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Sherman, 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 3 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 7 / Kent Road
Turn right onto US 7 / Kent Road
Navigation decision point
3
5.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 202; CT 67 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto US 202; CT 67 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
3
6.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 202 / East Street
Turn left onto US 202 / East Street
Navigation decision point
3
26 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
CT 254 / Northfield Road
Turn right onto CT 254 / Northfield Road
Navigation decision point
4
38.6 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
CT 72 / Terryville Road
At end of road, turn right onto CT 72 / Terryville Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.57 one way
$13.14 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.23 | $14.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Litchfield Turnpike
(3.4 mi)
$0.24
New Milford Turnpike
(2.9 mi)
$0.20
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: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Bristol, CT
Late night in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Goshen, CT
20 mi in
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
27 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' on this particular route, with no highway time contributing to its 37.5-mile length. The roads you'll be navigating include Route 37 East, Sherman Road, and Kent Road, all contributing to a connected local feel. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch specified, the profile suggests a continuous engagement with local terrain rather than long, sweeping highway sections. This means you'll likely be making frequent turns and adjustments, keeping your attention focused on the immediate surroundings as you travel.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.2 mi on Northfield Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near US 7 / Kent Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 3m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 7 / Kent Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (US 202; CT 67 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (US 202 / East Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 40.8 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 (19%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.2 miles on Northfield Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.44 in tolls one way, starting with Litchfield 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 3 miles (US 7 / Kent Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (US 202; CT 67 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (US 202 / East Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Bristol, 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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