How far is Sterling, CT from Hungary, CT?
The driving distance from Sterling, CT to Hungary, CT is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling and Hungary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling and Hungary.
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Start on Sterling Road
72 m · 7 sec · Sterling Road
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Turn left onto Church Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Church Street
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Turn right onto Plainfield Pike
4.5 mi · 8 min · Plainfield Pike
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Take the ramp left
923 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
15 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Hartford, Colchester
1118 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Town Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Town Street
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Take the exit left toward CT 2 West: Hartford
1187 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
34.4 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 84 West, I 91 North
2938 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1991 ft · 34 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 91 North: Springfield, Bradley International Airport
2121 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 20: Bradley International Airport
1 km · 52 sec
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Continue on Bradley International Airport Connector
2.8 mi · 3 min · Bradley International Airport Connector
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Take the exit slight right toward CT 20 West: East Granby, Granby
3.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Newgate Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Newgate Road
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Turn left onto Copper Hill Road
1239 ft · 30 sec · Copper Hill Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Copper Hill Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Copper Hill Road
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Turn right onto Hungary Road
33 m · 3 sec · Hungary Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hungary Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling and Hungary.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
CT 2 West
Merge slight left
34.4 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling to Hungary?
The road trip is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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 38.8 miles from Sterling and 40.7 miles from Hungary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.09 one way or $22.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
Stop Ideas Near Marlborough
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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 Sterling and Hungary. Straight-line distance: 52.33 mi (84.22 km).
#1 Sterling
Town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 3,764 |
| Coordinates | 41.7076000, -71.8286800 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hungary
Hungary is a place in Connecticut, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9767600, -72.7789800 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hungary Road (-72.778908, 41.976728)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $13.65 | $27.30 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $16.85 | $33.70 |
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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