Origin
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Hartland, 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
16m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
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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Hartland, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward transit between Hartford and Hartland, Vermont, this 9.9-mile connection is an ideal choice. Spanning just 16 minutes, the route is easily completed as a simple day trip without any need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via U.S. Route 5, North Hartland Road, and V.A. Cutoff Road to complete the journey. With a fuel budget of only $2, it is a highly economical way to travel within the Northeast region. Because there are no required stops, you can maintain a steady pace throughout the drive. This trip serves as a practical, no-fuss link between these two Vermont towns, perfect for those prioritizing efficiency over sightseeing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 5 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Hartland Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Christian Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 5
— 6.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Hartland, VT.
1
Start on Christian Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
Christian Street
2
Continue on V.A. Cutoff Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Hartland Road
4
Continue on US 5
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Route 5
5
Continue on US 5; VT 12
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
U.S. Route 5
6
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 12
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 1.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 5 / North Hartland Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / North Hartland Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.59 one way
$3.19 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.75 | $3.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.90 | $3.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Hartland, VT
Late night in Hartland on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
19 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
16m 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 9.9-mile trip is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of your time spent on higher-speed roads. You will find yourself cruising along a 6.1-mile stretch of U.S. Route 5, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you transition between the main roads, the character of the drive shifts from the primary highway arteries to the local connections of North Hartland Road and V.A. Cutoff Road. Expect a consistent, functional pace that keeps you moving toward your destination without the complexity of technical driving. It is a predictable experience that relies heavily on well-traveled state infrastructure to get you from point A to point B.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on U.S. Route 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 5 and North Hartland Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 5 / North Hartland Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Hartland, VT is easy. At 16m with 61% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.3 miles (US 5 / North Hartland Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting 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 16m. Total distance: 9.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on U.S. Route 5. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.3 miles (US 5 / North Hartland Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartland, 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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