Origin
Cavendish, VT
Late night in Cavendish on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cavendish, VT to Hartford, 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
49m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cavendish, VT
Andrea Davis
Hartford, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection through Vermont, the 34.5-mile journey from Cavendish to Hartford is a straightforward transit that takes roughly 49 minutes. Because the trip is so short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable commute between these two Northeast locations. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a consistent pace throughout your travel. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this drive offers a practical and efficient link between these two Vermont towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 18.5 mi | 21m |
| Vermont Route 131 | 13.5 mi | 22m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Christian Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 18.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cavendish, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on VT 131
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on VT 131
14 mi
·
22 min
·
Vermont Route 131
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Junction
4
Merge onto I 91
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
6
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
7
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
11
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
12
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Cavendish, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 33.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
13.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Juncti...
5
32.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 5: White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
4
32.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 4 / Woodstock Road
Turn left onto US 4 / Woodstock Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.55 one way
$11.11 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Claremont, NH
17 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
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
49m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 93% of this route is comprised of fast-moving roads. You will utilize a combination of Vermont Route 131, Woodstock Road, and I-91 to complete the journey. The drive feels purposeful and direct, highlighted by a significant 18.5-mile stretch on I-91 that allows for steady cruising. While you start on local roads, the transition to the interstate defines the latter half of the trip. The character of the road is functional rather than leisurely, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding backroads.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 131. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 32.7 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
963 ft
392 ft
Total Climb
564 ft
Total Descent
1,071 ft
Highest Point
963 ft
~9.9 mi in
Elevation Range
571 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Cavendish, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
13.8 mi in
|
~23m
About the Cities
Arriving in Hartford, VT
Full guide →White River Junction is a village on the Connecticut River in eastern Vermont. It is in the town of Hartford.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 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 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 32.7 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): 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 Hartford, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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