Origin
Chester, VT
Late night in Chester on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chester, VT to Hartford, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chester, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit through Vermont, the 46.5-mile journey from Chester to Hartford is an excellent choice. Expect to spend about one hour behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is efficient. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent New England atmosphere throughout your drive. Whether you are commuting or just exploring, this highway-focused path provides a reliable link between these two Vermont communities without requiring an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 34.8 mi | 40m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 34.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chester, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on VT 35
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
Grafton Street
2
Turn right onto VT 11
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
4
Continue on VT 103
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockingham Road
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
6
Merge onto I 91
35 mi
·
40 min
·
I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
8
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
13
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
14
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Chester, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 11 / South Main Street
Turn right onto VT 11 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
9.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Jun...
5
44.5 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
44.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
44.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.49 one way
$14.97 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.90 | $17.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Springfield, VT
23 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
14 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
1h 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?
This trip is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 80% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a mix of local routes, including Rockingham Road and Vermont Route 103 South, before merging onto the main artery of the trip. The experience is defined by a significant 34.8-mile stretch on I-91, which allows for steady, uninterrupted progress. While the local segments offer a change of pace, the overall character of the drive remains practical and focused on efficiency. Expect a consistent driving experience as you transition from the smaller local roads onto the interstate for the bulk of your journey.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Rockingham Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 11 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 11 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Chester, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
9.6 mi in
|
~16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.8 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: near the start (VT 11 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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