Origin
Danville, VT
Morning in Danville on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danville, 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
1h 19m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danville, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a transit through Vermont, this 66.6-mile connection between Danville and Hartford is a straightforward highway-focused drive. You can easily complete the trip in about 1 hour and 19 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel budget of approximately $11, this route is highly efficient for those looking to travel between the two towns without unnecessary complications. Because you are staying within the Northeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout the drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that works perfectly if you have a specific destination in mind and want to get there quickly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 58.1 mi | 1h 7m |
| U.S. Route 2 East | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bugbee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Brainerd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on Brainerd Street
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
Brainerd Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 2 East
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91
4
Merge onto I 91
58 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
6
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bugbee Street
7
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
8
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Danville, 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 and 65.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 2 / U.S. Route 2 East
Turn right onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2 East
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 91
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 91
3
6.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Wilder, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.72 one way
$21.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.80 | $23.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.75 | $25.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 19m 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 dominant highway experience, as 97% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The core of this trip is a substantial 58.1-mile stretch along I-91, which keeps the pace consistent and predictable. You will navigate a mix of I-91, U.S. Route 2 East, and Christian Street as you transition through the state. While the drive is heavily focused on interstate transit, the transition between these specific roads dictates the flow of your journey. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a steady, focused drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding local backroads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.1 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 2 East. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / U.S. Route 2 East.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Danville, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 1h 19m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2 East): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 1h 19m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.1 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 (US 2 / U.S. Route 2 East): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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