Traveling from Danville to Springfield, Vermont, covers a distance of 99.4 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly transit option. Because the trip is entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience consistent travel conditions throughout the drive. It is an efficient way to cross the state, prioritizing speed and straightforward navigation over local detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Danville, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
88.7 mi
1h 42m
U.S. Route 2 East
6.3 mi
7m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Brainerd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 88.7 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, VT and Springfield, 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
89 mi·1 hr 42 min·I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
6
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
7
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
8
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic. Given that you will spend nearly 90 miles on I-91, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the highway to avoid unnecessary stops. Because the route is designed for efficiency, plan to complete the drive in one go rather than breaking it up. Keep in mind that the transition from local roads to the interstate is the most critical part of your navigation. Utilizing the 99.4-mile span effectively means you can leave in the morning and arrive in Springfield well before the afternoon, leaving you the rest of the day for your planned activities.
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 49.7 miles from Danville, VT, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.7 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 57m 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 34m
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 Danville, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Danville, VT
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Danville, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 88.7 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 95.5 — 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
95.5 mi into trip|~1h 50m 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
$16.00 one way
$32.00 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$17.61
$35.21
premium
$4.86
$19.03
$38.07
diesel
$5.61
$21.95
$43.89
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: 34.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.44
$4.77
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.70
$3.98
EV Truck/SUV
39.8
0
$13.92
$6.36
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 21, 2026
Origin
Danville, VT
Morning
in Danville on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Hanover, NH
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
17 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 58m 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?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 96% of the route consisting of major roadways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-91, which accounts for a single stretch of 88.7 miles. While the drive begins with transitions via U.S. Route 2 East and Charlestown Road, the overall personality of the journey is defined by the steady pace of the interstate. Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience that minimizes the need for technical maneuvering or frequent turns. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal interruption.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.7 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and 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 Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Danville, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 58m with 96% 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 88.7 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: 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 Springfield, VT before heading back.
