Barton, VT to Springfield, VT is 119.6 miles and takes about 2h 22m via I 91, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Vermont, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. Given its relatively short duration and the high percentage of highway driving, it's a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.8 miles from Barton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
114.1 mi
2h 11m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Glover Road
1 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Church Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Village Square
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 114.1 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barton, VT and Springfield, VT.
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Start on US 5; VT 16
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto Village Square
163 ft·6 sec·Village Square
3
Turn left onto VT 16
0.2 mi·16 sec·Church Street
4
Continue on VT 16
1.0 mi·1 min·Glover Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 91 South
6
Merge onto I 91
114 mi·2 hr 11 min·I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
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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 drive is only about 2 hours and 22 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to arrive before dark, even with brief stops. The longest stretch on I 91 is over 114 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get onto that long segment, as gas stations might be less frequent. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical trip. Consider this a straightforward drive where the main advice is to ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on the lengthy I 91 section.
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 59.8 miles from Barton, VT, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.1 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.8 miles or 1h 10m 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 54m
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 Barton, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barton, VT
This is one driving day of about 119.6 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Barton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 114.1 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 115.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Village Square
Turn left onto Village Square
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 16 / Church Street
Turn left onto VT 16 / Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 South
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1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
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115.7 mi into trip|~2h 14m 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
$19.25 one way
$38.51 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$21.18
$42.37
premium
$4.86
$22.90
$45.81
diesel
$5.61
$26.41
$52.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.9
0
$12.56
$5.74
Efficient EV
29.9
0
$10.46
$4.78
EV Truck/SUV
47.8
0
$16.74
$7.65
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Barton, VT
Late night
in Barton on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Newbury, VT
60 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 22m 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
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 94.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this journey, with 95% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll be on I 91 for a significant portion, including a continuous stretch of 114.1 miles. This means you'll experience consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions for the bulk of the drive. The road largely maintains this highway character from start to finish, offering a predictable driving experience. The main roads guiding you include I 91, Charlestown Road, and Clinton Street, indicating transitions onto local roads towards the end.
95% 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: 114.1 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 0.2 miles in near Village Square.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Barton, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 22m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Village Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (VT 16 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 119.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 114.1 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 0.2 miles (Village Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (VT 16 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
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.
