How far is New Britain, CT from Mystic, CT?
The driving distance from New Britain, CT to Mystic, CT is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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 Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Britain and Mystic.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Britain and Mystic.
-
1
Start on Whiting Street
11 m · 8 sec · Whiting Street
-
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
1582 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
-
3
Turn left onto Ellis Street
709 ft · 23 sec · Ellis Street
-
4
Turn right onto Columbus Boulevard
49 m · 4 sec · Columbus Boulevard
-
5
Take the ramp straight
1974 ft · 48 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
34.1 mi · 40 min
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 1 North: New London, Providence
1 km · 2 min
-
8
Merge slight left
21.4 mi · 27 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward Allyn Street
1247 ft · 43 sec
-
10
Keep slight right
96 m · 8 sec
-
11
Turn straight onto Allyn Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Allyn Street
-
12
Turn left onto New London Road
716 ft · 12 sec · New London Road
-
13
Continue on West Main Street
2554 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Britain and Mystic.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Columbus Boulevard
Merge slight left
34.1 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Sunny leaving New Britain and Chance Rain Showers near Mystic.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Britain to Mystic?
The road trip is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Deep River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.5 miles from New Britain and 29.6 miles from Mystic.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.25 one way or $16.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around New Britain and Chance Rain Showers near Mystic.
Stop Ideas Near Deep River
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 Deep River.
Old Saybrook station
New London Union Station
Wallingford station
Meriden Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Britain and Mystic. Straight-line distance: 47.11 mi (75.82 km).
#1 New Britain
The second most populous city in Hartford County, Connecticut.
| Population | 72,198 |
| Coordinates | 41.6612100, -72.7795400 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mystic
Village in Connecticut
| Population | 4,205 |
| Coordinates | 41.3542700, -71.9664600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mystic (-71.96646, 41.35427)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $8.25 | $16.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.15 | $20.31 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.53 | $25.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Connecticut · May 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.