Origin
Guilford, VT
Morning in Guilford on Tuesday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guilford, VT to Springfield, 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
51m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 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 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Guilford, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Springfield, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling between Guilford and Springfield, Vermont, covers 39.9 miles and typically takes about 51 minutes. This straightforward route serves perfectly as a quick day trip, allowing you to reach your destination in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-91, supplemented by Charlestown Road and Clinton Street to complete the journey. With fuel costs estimated at just $6, it is an incredibly budget-friendly drive within the Northeast region. Because the trip is short and efficient, it is ideal for those who prefer to spend less time behind the wheel and more time at their destination. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a brief getaway, this transit through Vermont is simple and reliable.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 33.9 mi | 39m |
| Charlestown Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Canal Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Coolidge Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Guilford Center Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 33.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guilford, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Guilford Center Road
175 ft
·
6 sec
·
Guilford Center Road
2
Turn left onto US 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Coolidge Highway
3
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Canal Street
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 91 North: Putney, White River Junction
5
Merge onto I 91
34 mi
·
39 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
7
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
8
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
9
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
10
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Guilford, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 35.7 — 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 5 / Coolidge Highway
Turn left onto US 5 / Coolidge Highway
Navigation decision point
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward I 91 North: Putney, White River Junction
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Putney, White River Junction
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
35.7 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
$6.42 one way
$12.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Springfield, VT
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Westminster, VT
20 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
3 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
51m 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 85% of this 39.9-mile route is spent on major thoroughfares. The majority of your time, specifically 33.9 miles, will be spent on the uninterrupted stretch of I-91, which allows for a steady and consistent pace. As you transition off the interstate toward the final leg of the drive, you will navigate Charlestown Road and Clinton Street to reach Springfield. The personality of this drive is functional and fast rather than winding or technical. You can anticipate a smooth, predictable ride that prioritizes speed and efficiency over the slower, stop-and-go nature of secondary local roads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.9 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Charlestown Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Coolidge Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Guilford, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 51m with 85% 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 5 / Coolidge Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 39.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.9 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 5 / Coolidge Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 Springfield, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Springfield, VT
More from Guilford, VT
More trips to Springfield, VT
Explore more options from Guilford, VT or browse trips ending in Springfield, VT.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse VT road trips.