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Trip from West Hartford, CT to Woodstock, 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 10m

Distance

50 mi

80 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 5m ★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States

West Hartford, CT

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town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States

Woodstock, CT

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward getaway from West Hartford to Woodstock, this 50-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a quick day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable drive for a weekend outing. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, the trip is as economical as it is efficient. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region of Connecticut, you will remain in familiar territory throughout the journey. Because the total duration is so short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Overall, this route offers a practical balance of highway speed and local access for those looking to traverse the state quickly.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 84 31.6 mi 37m
Old Turnpike Road 6.3 mi 11m
Route 169 3.3 mi 5m
Farmington Avenue 2.9 mi 4m
Bigelow Hollow Road 2.3 mi 4m
Buckley Highway 1.9 mi 3m
Lawson Road 0.9 mi 1m
South Main Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 84 — 31.6 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Hartford, CT and Woodstock, CT.

1

Start on North Main Street

69 ft · 2 sec · North Main Street
2

Keep slight left at fork onto South Main Street

468 ft · 18 sec · South Main Street
3

Continue on South Main Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · South Main Street
4

Turn right onto Farmington Avenue

2.9 mi · 4 min · Farmington Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5

Turn right onto Broad Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Broad Street
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 84 Use the left lane.
7

Merge onto I 84; US 6

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 84; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

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.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6

27 mi · 30 min · I 84; US 6
Toward I 84 East: Boston Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 73 Toward CT 190: Union
11

Turn right onto CT 190

1.9 mi · 3 min · Buckley Highway
12

Turn right onto CT 171

2.3 mi · 4 min · Bigelow Hollow Road
13

Keep slight left at fork onto CT 197

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawson Road
14

Continue on CT 197

6.3 mi · 11 min · Old Turnpike Road
15

Turn right onto CT 169

3.3 mi · 5 min · Route 169
16

Arrive at destination

CT 169

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Tolland County, Connecticut, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vernon, CT

25 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

Manchester, CT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vernon, CT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25 miles from West Hartford, 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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Main Street

Keep slight left at fork onto South Main Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Farmington Avenue

Turn right onto Farmington Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
3.3 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp toward I 84

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 84
6
6 mi into trip | ~10m 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.
7
8.2 mi into trip | ~13m in | I 84; US 6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 84; US 6 toward I 84 East: Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 84 East: Boston

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.05 one way

$16.10 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $8.86 $17.71
premium $4.86 $9.57 $19.15
diesel $5.61 $11.04 $22.08

Estimated Tolls: $0.44

Old Turnpike Road (6.3 mi) $0.44

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Tolls

$0

Total

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15 0 $5.25 $2.40
Efficient EV 12.5 0 $4.38 $2.00
EV Truck/SUV 20 0 $7.00 $3.20

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 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.

Forecast as of Apr 11, 2026

Origin

West Hartford, CT

Late night in West Hartford on Sunday

Local time

12:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Sunny

NW 14 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 4:31AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 3:02AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Destination

Woodstock, CT

Late night in Woodstock on Sunday

Local time

12:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Sunny

NW 14 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 4:31AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 3:02AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

18°F

Vernon, CT

25 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

2 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 10m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a trip defined primarily by its efficiency, with 82% of your travel taking place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-84, which hosts the longest uninterrupted stretch of the drive at 31.6 miles. As you transition off the interstate and onto Old Turnpike Road and Route 169, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to a more localized pace. It is a highway-focused route, so prepare for a consistent, functional experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. This blend of road types ensures you cover the 50-mile distance with minimal fuss, keeping your focus steady as the landscape changes from the suburban surroundings of West Hartford to the destination in Woodstock.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.6 mi on I 84.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and Old Turnpike Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.

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 50 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (South Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.2 miles (Farmington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

963 ft 38 ft

Total Climb

1,539 ft

Total Descent

1,081 ft

Highest Point

963 ft

~33.3 mi in

Elevation Range

924 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 50 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.6 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.44 in tolls one way, starting with Old Turnpike Road. 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 Woodstock, 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: near the start (South Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.2 miles (Farmington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — New England National Scenic Trail. 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 Woodstock, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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