How far is West Woodstock, CT from Thompson, CT?
The driving distance from West Woodstock, CT to Thompson, CT is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village and census-designated place in Woodstock, Windham County, Connecticut, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Woodstock and Thompson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Woodstock and Thompson.
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Start on Somers Turnpike
4.9 mi · 9 min · Somers Turnpike
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Turn right onto Route 169
1925 ft · 39 sec · Route 169
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Turn straight onto Somers Turnpike
1.5 mi · 3 min · Somers Turnpike
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Continue on Woodstock Avenue West
1121 ft · 27 sec · Woodstock Avenue West
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Turn left onto West Thompson Road
4.3 mi · 9 min · West Thompson Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Thompson Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Woodstock and Thompson.
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.
Somers Turnpike
Start on Somers Turnpike
4.93 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers leaving West Woodstock and Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near Thompson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Woodstock to Thompson?
The road trip is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
South Woodstock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.7 miles from West Woodstock and 6.6 miles from Thompson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.80 one way or $3.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers around West Woodstock and Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near Thompson.
Stop Ideas Near South Woodstock
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 South Woodstock.
Union Station
Providence station
Foxwoods Casino, Connecticut
Windsor Locks
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Woodstock and Thompson. Straight-line distance: 9.4 mi (15.12 km).
#1 West Woodstock
West Woodstock is a place in Connecticut, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9545400, -72.0453500 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thompson
Town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States
| Population | 9,371 |
| Coordinates | 41.9587100, -71.8625700 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thompson Road (-71.862545, 41.9587)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $4.19 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.87 | $2.10 | $4.19 |
| Premium | $5.28 | $2.27 | $4.54 |
| Diesel | $6.38 | $2.74 | $5.49 |
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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