Connecticut → Rhode Island · Interstate 84 / Interstate 91
On heavy-rain or dense-fog days the Hartford, Connecticut, to Providence, Rhode Island, leg routinely demands well more than the 1h 11m estimated: Interstate 84 / Interstate 91 carries known hydroplaning hot spots and reduced-visibility corridors that justify dropping to 35 mph through a few short stretches. The outbound run covers 124 km (77 miles) over varied topography between Hartford (the capital of Connecticut and the long-standing insurance capital of the United States) and Providence (the capital of Rhode Island and one of the oldest seaports in New England), demanding sharper attention on mountain descents and shoulder-less curves. Before pulling out, check brake-pad wear, tire tread depth, and washer-fluid level in the reservoir. Fuel spend holds near $10.40 for the 11.3 liters (3.0 gallons) consumed. Even in adverse conditions, the flat tariff of $0.43/km guarantees the standard outbound payout of $53.32 — log any incidental costs (extra toll, mandatory meal, emergency lodging) in a separate field on the Clara receipt.