Traveling from Cabot to Springfield covers 100.1 miles across the heart of Vermont. This highway-focused trip takes approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You should budget about $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this route is relatively short and direct, you won't need to worry about splitting it into multiple days. It is an efficient way to transit between the Northeast regions of the state without the need for complex detours or overnight stays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.1 miles from Cabot, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
68.5 mi
1h 19m
State Forest Road
7.2 mi
12m
Vermont Route 232
6.3 mi
11m
Route 302
4.7 mi
7m
Scott Highway
3.1 mi
4m
Route 215 South
2.4 mi
4m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 68.5 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabot, VT and Springfield, VT.
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Start on VT 215
0.6 mi·1 min·Main Street
2
Continue on VT 215
2.4 mi·4 min·Route 215 South
3
Continue on VT 215
1.3 mi·2 min·Cabot Road
4
Continue on VT 215
97 ft·4 sec·Cabot Road
5
Turn left onto US 2
1.1 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 2
6
Turn right onto VT 232
6.3 mi·11 min·Vermont Route 232
7
Continue on VT 232
7.2 mi·12 min·State Forest Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 302
3.1 mi·4 min·Scott Highway
9
Continue on US 302
4.7 mi·7 min·Route 302
10
Continue on US 302
0.7 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 302
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 91
12
Merge onto I 91
69 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 91
13
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
15
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
16
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this 100.1-mile drive is easily manageable in one sitting, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to fuel up before hitting I-91, as that 68.5-mile stretch is where you will spend the bulk of your time behind the wheel. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this route, plan to stretch your legs before merging onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary breaks during the high-speed portion. Keeping your eyes on the road and maintaining a steady speed will help you optimize your $16 fuel budget throughout the drive.
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 50.1 miles from Cabot, VT, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.5 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 22 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.1 miles or 1h 11m 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 48m
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 Cabot, 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 Cabot, VT
This is one driving day of about 100.1 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Cabot, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 68.5 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 96.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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4.3 mi into trip|~7m in|US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
3
5.4 mi into trip|~8m in|VT 232 / Vermont Route 232
Turn right onto VT 232 / Vermont Route 232
Navigation decision point
4
18.9 mi into trip|~32m in|US 302 / Scott Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 302 / Scott Highway
Navigation decision point
3
27.5 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the ramp toward I 91
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91
6
96.2 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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
$16.11 one way
$32.23 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$17.73
$35.46
premium
$4.86
$19.17
$38.34
diesel
$5.61
$22.10
$44.20
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 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30
0
$10.51
$4.80
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.76
$4.00
EV Truck/SUV
40
0
$14.01
$6.41
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Cabot, VT
Late night
in Cabot on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Newbury, VT
50 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 12m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You will spend 84% of your time on highways, giving this route a fast-paced, functional feel. The journey centers on a significant 68.5-mile stretch along I-91, which allows you to maintain steady momentum for the majority of the trip. Beyond the interstate, your path incorporates Vermont Route 232 and State Forest Road to bridge the gap between your starting point and the main arteries. Expect a mix of high-speed cruising and local transitions that keep the drive moving along at a consistent, predictable pace.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.5 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and State Forest Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in near US 2 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cabot, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 12m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (VT 232 / Vermont Route 232): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (US 302 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 100.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 68.5 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 4.3 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (VT 232 / Vermont Route 232): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (US 302 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, VT before heading back.
