What is a limited access highway?

Question

I live in Connecticut and recently got my learners permit a few weeks ago. On the bottom of the card it says "Not allowed on limited access highways for 60 days from the original issue date." I can't find a clear definition of what a limited access highway in Connecticut is anywhere. Does it mean all highways, like Route 8 or 84, or just the Merritt Parkway?

Answer 1

Limited access highway would be any road that has on & off ramps or is an expressway with some sort of barrier between the lanes of traffic, whether it be a jersey barrier or grass.  84, 91, 2 east of Hartford are some of the roads that you cannot drive on for 60 days.  These roads have higher speed limits & the state wants you to have enough experience on smaller roads before practicing   If you check a road atlas they are generally marked in blue.  Hope I have helped!!

Answer 2

A limited access highway (aka controlled access) typically are those where the speed limit is 60mph or higher and a driver can only enter or exit from a specially constructed ramp.