Origin
Southington, CT
Late night in Southington on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Southington, CT to Norwich, 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 15m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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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Norwich, CT
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Trip Overview
Southington to Norwich is 55.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via CT 2 and I-84, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Connecticut, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a drive that is primarily on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. Given the relatively short duration and distance, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing plenty of time for your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT 2 | 34.1 mi | 41m |
| I 84 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Maple Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| CT 72 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Cedar Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Wells Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| CT 9 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
CT 2
— 34.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southington, CT and Norwich, 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 left at fork onto CT 72
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
CT 72
Exit 35
Toward CT 72 East: New Britain
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 1A
Toward CT 9 North: Newington
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto CT 9
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 9
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 38
Toward CT 175: Newington
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto CT 175
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Cedar Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on CT 175
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Wells Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
13
Turn left onto CT 3
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Maple Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 13 C
Toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto CT 2
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
CT 2
16
Keep slight right at fork onto CT 2
19 mi
·
22 min
·
CT 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 2
14 mi
·
16 min
·
CT 2
18
Take the exit onto CT 2; CT 32
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
CT 2; CT 32
Toward Downtown: CT 2 East, CT 32 South
19
Turn slight left onto Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
20
Continue on Union Street
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Union Street
21
Turn right onto Broadway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Broadway
22
Turn right onto Main Street
333 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
23
Turn slight left onto Market Street
503 ft
·
18 sec
·
Market Street
24
Turn left onto CT 2
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Chelsea Harbor Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Courthouse Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Southington, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 20 — 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
8
6.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CT 72
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 72 toward CT 72 East: New Britain
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 35
Toward CT 72 East: New Britain
8
9.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CT 9 North: Newington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1A
Toward CT 9 North: Newington
7
11.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward CT 175: Newington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 38
Toward CT 175: Newington
8
20 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13 C
Toward CT 2 East: Norwich
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.93 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.87 | $19.73 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.67 | $21.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Norwich, CT
Late night in Norwich on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°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.
Road read
1h 15m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with about 75% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-84 and CT 2. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one segment of 34.1 miles on CT 2 without significant interruption. While it emphasizes higher speeds and efficient travel, you will also navigate some local roads, such as Maple Street, towards the end of your journey. This blend offers a practical driving experience, prioritizing getting you to your destination quickly.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on CT 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CT 2 and I 84. 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
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.2 miles (CT 72): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 55.7 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 (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.1 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 Norwich, 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 (CT 72): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: 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 Norwich, 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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