How far is Gales Ferry, CT from New Britain, CT?
The driving distance from Gales Ferry, CT to New Britain, CT is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.5 miles (63.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gales Ferry and New Britain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gales Ferry and New Britain.
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Start on the route
64 m · 22 sec
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Turn left
8 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
87 m · 29 sec
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Turn sharp right onto Military Highway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Military Highway
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 2 West, CT 32 North: Hartford
1447 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
32.8 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 3 South: Wethersfield
3188 ft · 1 min
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Continue on CT 3 South: Wethersfield
1207 ft · 29 sec
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 91 South: New Haven
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 9 North: New Britain
2533 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
2221 ft · 31 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 71: Kensington
843 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto New Britain Road
73 m · 4 sec · New Britain Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
59 m · 21 sec
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Turn left onto Whiting Street
47 m · 4 sec · Whiting Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whiting Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gales Ferry and New Britain.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
CT 2 West
Merge slight left
32.8 mi · 00h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Gales Ferry and Mostly Clear near New Britain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gales Ferry to New Britain?
The road trip is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km) and usually takes 01h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Marlborough is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Gales Ferry and 30 miles from New Britain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.32 one way or $16.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Gales Ferry and Mostly Clear near New Britain.
Stop Ideas Near Marlborough
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marlborough.
Hartford Union Station
Berlin
Windsor station
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gales Ferry and New Britain. Straight-line distance: 39.46 mi (63.5 km).
#1 Gales Ferry
Gales Ferry is a place in Connecticut, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.4298200, -72.0820200 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Britain
The second most populous city in Hartford County, Connecticut.
| Population | 72,198 |
| Coordinates | 41.6612100, -72.7795400 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockwell Avenue (-72.779539, 41.661195)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.40 | $18.81 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.65 | $25.31 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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