Traveling between Bolton and Springfield, Vermont, covers 102.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes. Because this route is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route connects two points within the Northeast region, staying entirely within the state of Vermont. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, the efficiency of this path makes it a reliable choice for your schedule. It is a no-nonsense transit option that prioritizes speed over local road detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Bolton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
63.1 mi
1h 12m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
U.S. Route 2
3.5 mi
5m
Theodore Roosevelt Highway
2.9 mi
4m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
North Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolton, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on US 2
2.9 mi·4 min·Theodore Roosevelt Highway
2
Continue on US 2
3.5 mi·5 min·U.S. Route 2
3
Continue on US 2
0.3 mi·49 sec·North Main Street
4
Enter roundabout onto VT 100
163 ft·5 sec·Vermont Route 100
5
Continue on VT 100
0.2 mi·31 sec·Vermont Route 100
6
Turn left
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
7
Merge onto I 89
63 mi·1 hr 12 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 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around traffic patterns rather than fatigue. You will not need to worry about planning formal stops given the manageable duration, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before hitting the interstate remains a smart move. Because the majority of your time is spent on major arteries like I-89 and I-91, stay alert for merging traffic at the transition points between these two highways. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the busiest commute times. Your primary goal should be maintaining a steady rhythm on the highway, as the lack of scheduled stops means you will reach Springfield efficiently if you stay focused on the road ahead.
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 51.1 miles from Bolton, VT, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 2m 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 40m
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 Bolton, 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 Bolton, VT
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Bolton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 63.1 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 98.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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6.7 mi into trip|~10m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Enter roundabout onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
6.9 mi into trip|~11m in
Turn left toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
5
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
70.4 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
98.4 mi into trip|~1h 57m 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
$16.47 one way
$32.94 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.12
$36.24
premium
$4.86
$19.59
$39.18
diesel
$5.61
$22.59
$45.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.7
0
$10.74
$4.91
Efficient EV
25.6
0
$8.95
$4.09
EV Truck/SUV
40.9
0
$14.32
$6.55
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Bolton, VT
Late night
in Bolton on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bethel, VT
51 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience, as 92% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-89 and I-91, with the longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 63.1 miles on I-89. While you start with a brief connection via U.S. Route 2, the drive quickly transitions into a sustained interstate pace. This is not a winding mountain road but rather a functional, efficient track designed for steady cruising. Prepare for a consistent, monotonous flow that allows you to cover significant distance quickly as you navigate through the heart of the state.
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: 63.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bolton, VT and Springfield, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
Montpelier
6.9 mi in|~11m
White River
70.2 mi in|~1h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 102.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 63.1 miles on I 89. 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 6.7 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 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.
