Origin
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Brookfield, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, VT
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Brookfield, VT
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Trip Overview
Hartford, VT to Brookfield, VT is 37.8 miles and takes about 55 minutes via I 89, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within the Northeast region and the state of Vermont. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a quick transit between two points. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a practical choice if efficiency is your main concern. Plan for a swift journey with minimal detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 26.7 mi | 30m |
| Ridge Road | 6.6 mi | 15m |
| Woodstock Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 66 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Vermont Route 65 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Stone Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 26.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Brookfield, VT.
1
Start on Christian Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
Christian Street
2
Continue on V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
3
Turn right onto TH 132
144 ft
·
10 sec
·
TH 132
4
Turn left onto US 4
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodstock Road
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 89
27 mi
·
30 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
8
Turn right onto VT 66
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 66
9
Turn left onto Ridge Road
6.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Ridge Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto VT 65
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Vermont Route 65
11
Turn right onto Stone Road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
Stone Road
12
Turn right
33 ft
·
2 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Hartford, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 37.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
TH 132
Turn right onto TH 132
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
29.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward VT 66: Randolph
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
4
37.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
VT 65 / Vermont Route 65
At end of road, turn left onto VT 65 / Vermont Route 65
Navigation decision point
5
37.8 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.09 one way
$12.17 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.70 | $13.39 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Brookfield, VT
Late night in Brookfield on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bethel, VT
19 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
8 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
55m 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 drive that is predominantly on the highway, with about 75% of the route utilizing interstate travel. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 26.7 miles on I 89, offering a period of consistent speed. As you transition from I 89 to Ridge Road and then Woodstock Road, the character of the drive will shift from high-speed interstate cruising to more local road driving. This change in scenery and pace means you'll experience both efficiency and a taste of Vermont's country roads.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Ridge Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near TH 132.
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 55m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (TH 132): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.7 miles on I 89. 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 0.4 miles (TH 132): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brookfield, 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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