Origin
Southington, CT
Morning in Southington on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Southington, CT to Manchester, 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
37m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southington, CT
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Manchester, CT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick journey across Connecticut, the 27.2-mile trek from Southington to Manchester is an efficient trip that typically takes about 37 minutes. This route is best suited for a single-day excursion, as the short duration makes an overnight stay unnecessary. You will primarily navigate via I-84, transitioning onto Center Street and Main Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of $4, this drive serves as a practical connection between these two Northeast locations. Expect a straightforward experience that focuses on getting you to Manchester without the need for additional stops along the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 21.1 mi | 27m |
| Center Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Queen Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| US 6 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Middle Turnpike West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Meriden Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 21.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southington, CT and Manchester, CT.
1
Start on CT 120
40 ft
·
3 sec
·
Meriden Avenue
2
Turn right onto CT 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on CT 10
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Queen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
5
Merge onto I 84
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
14 mi
·
19 min
·
I 84
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston
9
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 6
Exit 60
Toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manchester
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Middle Turnpike West
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto US 6; US 44
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 6; US 44
336 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Center Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 6; US 44
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 24.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East: Hartford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 84 East: Hartford
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
20.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manchester
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 60
Toward US 6, US 44: Middle Turnpike West, Manch...
6
24.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 6; US 44 / Middle Turnpike West
Turn right onto US 6; US 44 / Middle Turnpike West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.38 one way
$8.76 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Manchester, CT
Morning in Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 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
37m 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 highway-focused drive, as roughly 80% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the interstate. The journey features a significant 21.1-mile stretch on I-84, which accounts for the vast majority of the mileage. While the interstate portion allows for steady cruising, the character of the drive shifts as you exit the highway to navigate the local roads of Center and Main Street. This transition moves you from high-speed transit into the local environment of your destination. You will find this to be a functional, no-frills route that prioritizes efficiency over technical maneuvering.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Center Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 27.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.2 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 27.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on I 84. 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 Manchester, 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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.2 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Manchester, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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