Origin
Storrs, CT
Late night in Storrs on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Storrs, CT to Waterbury, 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 14m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Storrs, CT
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Waterbury, CT
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Trip Overview
This 57.3-mile drive from Storrs to Waterbury, Connecticut, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 14 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 85% of it on major roads, so you'll experience a consistent pace for most of the journey. Expect a fuel cost of around $9 for this drive, which is quite reasonable. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region of Connecticut, you'll be traversing familiar territory without significant regional shifts.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 47.9 mi | 58m |
| Storrs Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Merrow Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Tolland Turnpike | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Mansfield Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Meadow Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 47.9 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Storrs, CT and Waterbury, CT.
1
Start on Mansfield Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mansfield Road
2
Turn left onto CT 195
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Storrs Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on CT 195
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tolland Turnpike
4
Continue on CT 195
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Merrow Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 84 West: Hartford
6
Merge onto I 84
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 84
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 21
Toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Meadow Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Meadow Street
12
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Storrs, 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 0.4 and 56.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CT 195 / Storrs Road
Turn left onto CT 195 / Storrs Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
16.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 84
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
24.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 84; US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84; US 6
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
39.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
56.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward Meadow Street, Bank Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.22 one way
$18.45 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.15 | $20.30 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Tolland Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Late night in Waterbury on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
37 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 14m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 57.3-mile route, with 85% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 47.9 miles on I-84, offering a chance to settle into a steady cruising speed. While the main roads like I-84, Storrs Road, and Merrow Road form the backbone of this trip, the overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than winding scenic byways. It's a drive designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
85% 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: 47.9 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Storrs Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near CT 195 / Storrs Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 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 0.4 miles (CT 195 / Storrs Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.5 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 1h 14m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.9 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.07 in tolls one way, starting with Tolland 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.
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 Waterbury, 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 0.4 miles (CT 195 / Storrs Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.5 miles (I 84; US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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