Origin
Bradford, VT
Morning in Bradford on Tuesday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bradford, VT to Springfield, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bradford, VT
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Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to traverse the heart of Vermont, this 60.8-mile journey from Bradford to Springfield is a straightforward day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 15 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate away from the interstate system. Since the route relies entirely on local roads, you should budget approximately $10 for fuel to complete the trek. This drive is ideal for those who prefer staying off the major highways, offering a consistent pace that fits easily into a single day. Because both towns are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a cohesive local atmosphere throughout the entire ride.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 55.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| Charlestown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Old Creamery Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Waits River Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradford, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on VT 25B
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mill Street
3
Turn left onto Old Creamery Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Creamery Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto VT 25
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Waits River Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junction
6
Merge onto I 91
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 7
Toward 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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Bradford, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mill Street
Turn left onto Mill Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Old Creamery Road
Turn left onto Old Creamery Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
VT 25 / Waits River Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 25 / Waits River Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junction
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junctio...
6
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
$9.79 one way
$19.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.64 | $23.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Hartford, VT
30 mi in
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
21 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 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy experience as you leave the highway behind entirely for this 100% local route. You will be navigating Mill Street, Old Creamery Road, and Waits River Road, which require your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Because there is no highway share on this path, the driving environment remains intimate and consistent from start to finish. Without long, monotonous stretches, the road keeps you engaged with its winding local character. Expect a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes secondary roads over speed.
92% 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: 55.7 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 Mill Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bradford, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 15m with 92% 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 (Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Old Creamery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.7 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 0.2 miles (Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Old Creamery Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, VT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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