If you are looking for a straightforward north-to-south commute across Vermont, this 83.3-mile journey from Barnet to Springfield is an efficient choice. The trip typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel will cover your transit across the Northeast region. Because the route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is designed for speed and reliability rather than exploration. This is the ideal drive for those who prioritize getting from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity or detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Barnet, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
78.6 mi
1h 30m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Church Street
0.3 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Bimson Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Monument Circle
<0.1 mi
<1m
Anderson Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 78.6 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnet, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Anderson Street
36 ft·1 sec·Anderson Street
2
Turn slight right onto Monument Circle
139 ft·6 sec·Monument Circle
3
Turn slight right onto Church Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Church Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto Bimson Drive
0.2 mi·28 sec·Bimson Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 91
6
Merge onto I 91
79 mi·1 hr 30 min·I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
8
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
9
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
10
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Keep in mind that because the route is almost exclusively highway-focused, you will want to ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds on I-91. You won't need to worry about complex navigation or frequent stops, as the direct nature of the route allows you to complete the journey in one go. For the best experience, check local traffic reports for I-91 before heading out to ensure no unexpected delays impact your 1-hour and 40-minute transit time. Simply fuel up before you leave Barnet to keep your $13 budget on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.6 miles from Barnet, VT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barnet, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barnet, VT
This is one driving day of about 83.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Barnet, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 78.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 79.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Bimson Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Bimson Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 91
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91
3
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
79.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.41 one way
$26.82 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.75
$29.51
premium
$4.86
$15.95
$31.90
diesel
$5.61
$18.39
$36.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.29
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.66
$5.33
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Barnet, VT
Morning
in Barnet on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Hanover, NH
42 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 57.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 94% of your time will be spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your journey—78.6 miles, to be exact—cruising along I-91. This stretch defines the drive’s character, offering a consistent and fast-paced environment that is easy to navigate. As you reach the final leg, the route transitions off the interstate to Charlestown Road and Clinton Street to bring you into Springfield. It is a predictable drive that avoids technical local roads, allowing you to maintain a steady rhythm for nearly the entire duration.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Charlestown Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Bimson Drive.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Barnet, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 40m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Bimson Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 83.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 78.6 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Bimson Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, VT before heading back.
