How far is Thomaston, CT from Torrington, CT?
The driving distance from Thomaston, CT to Torrington, CT is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.1 miles (14.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thomaston and Torrington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomaston and Torrington.
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Start on Park Street
665 ft · 24 sec · Park Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Elm Street
138 m · 13 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1581 ft · 33 sec · East Main Street
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Take the exit left toward CT 8 North: Torrington
1257 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Harwinton Avenue
1030 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Harwinton Avenue No. 2
2329 ft · 48 sec · Harwinton Avenue No. 2
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Turn straight onto East Albert Street
2167 ft · 50 sec · East Albert Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1847 ft · 39 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thomaston and Torrington.
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 8 North
Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Thomaston and Sunny near Torrington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thomaston to Torrington?
The road trip is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km) and usually takes 00h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Harwinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Thomaston and 5.5 miles from Torrington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.1 miles (14.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.71 one way or $3.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Thomaston and Sunny near Torrington.
Stop Ideas Near Harwinton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cornwall Town Hall
Waterbury City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harwinton.
Berlin
Hartford Union Station
Meriden Transit Center
Windsor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thomaston and Torrington. Straight-line distance: 9.1 mi (14.64 km).
#1 Thomaston
Town in Connecticut, United States
| Population | 7,505 |
| Coordinates | 41.6739900, -73.0731600 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Torrington
City in Litchfield County, Connecticut, USA
| Population | 33,870 |
| Coordinates | 41.8006500, -73.1212200 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Torrington (-73.12122, 41.80065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.40 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $5.45 | $2.12 | $4.25 |
| Diesel | $6.45 | $2.52 | $5.03 |
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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