Traveling from Barre to Springfield, Vermont, covers 84.1 miles of local roads that prioritize back-road character over highway speed. Expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of about $13 to complete the journey comfortably. Since you will be navigating via Prospect Street, South Main Street, and South Barre Road, this route stays entirely off the interstate system. It is an ideal trek for those who prefer a steady, local pace through the heart of the Northeast rather than the monotony of major freeways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
45.9 mi
52m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
Vermont Route 63
3.7 mi
5m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
South Main Street
1.1 mi
3m
South Barre Road
0.6 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 45.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
172 ft·18 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft·7 sec·Prospect Street
3
Turn right onto VT 14
1.1 mi·3 min·South Main Street
4
Continue on VT 14
0.6 mi·1 min·South Barre Road
5
Turn right onto VT 63
3.7 mi·5 min·Vermont Route 63
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 89 South: White River Junction
7
Merge onto I 89
46 mi·52 min·I 89
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
10
Merge onto I 91
28 mi·32 min·I 91
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
12
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
13
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
14
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With no designated stops required, you can easily complete the drive in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $13 cost estimate. Because the route relies heavily on local roads like South Barre Road, verify your GPS settings to ensure you are avoiding highway shortcuts if you prefer the slower, turn-heavy path. Make sure to double-check your tire pressure before leaving, as the technical nature of these local roads makes handling especially important. This route offers a great opportunity to enjoy a focused, uninterrupted drive without the need for complex logistical planning.
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 42.1 miles from Barre, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.9 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 52m 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 27m
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 Barre, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barre, VT
This is one driving day of about 84.1 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Barre, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 45.9 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
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 80.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 14 / South Main Street
Turn right onto VT 14 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
52 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
52.3 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
80.2 mi into trip|~1h 37m 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
$13.54 one way
$27.08 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.90
$29.79
premium
$4.86
$16.10
$32.21
diesel
$5.61
$18.57
$37.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 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
25.2
0
$8.83
$4.04
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.36
$3.36
EV Truck/SUV
33.6
0
$11.77
$5.38
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
Barre, VT
Morning
in Barre on Tuesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 44m 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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 46.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share for this trip is 0%, you will spend the entire 84.1 miles navigating community roads and regional connectors rather than high-speed lanes. The road profile is consistent, offering a winding path that shifts away from the typical interstate experience. Without any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the journey feels intimate and requires frequent adjustments to your speed and steering. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where the lack of major highways keeps you closely connected to the local landscape.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,713 ft411 ft
Total Climb
1,497 ft
Total Descent
1,689 ft
Highest Point
1,713 ft
~12 mi in
Elevation Range
1,302 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Barre, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 84.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.9 miles on I 89. 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: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
