Origin
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Londonderry, 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 24m
Distance
61.3 mi
99 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Londonderry, VT
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Trip Overview
Connecting Hartford to Londonderry is a straightforward 61.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is easily managed as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate Vermont. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with approximately 77% of the trip consisting of highway driving. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or a necessary commute, the path is efficient and simple to navigate. Both the start and end points are situated within the Northeast, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 35.1 mi | 40m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 11 West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Simonsville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 35.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Londonderry, 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
·
8 sec
·
TH 132
4
Turn right onto US 4
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
5
Turn right onto US 5
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Enter roundabout onto US 5
68 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on US 5
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
9
Merge onto I 91
35 mi
·
40 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Rockingham Road
12
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
13
Continue on VT 11; VT 103
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
14
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
15
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
16
Continue on VT 11
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
17
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 37.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 4 / Woodstock Road
Turn right onto US 4 / Woodstock Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
5
37.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
VT 103 / Rockingham Road
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103 / Rockingham Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.87 one way
$19.74 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.53 | $27.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Londonderry, VT
Late night in Londonderry on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Rockingham, VT
31 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
1h 24m 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 drive is primarily a highway-focused experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-91, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 35.1 miles. Once you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate via Rockingham Road and Vermont Route 11. These local roads provide a change of pace from the high-speed interstate environment. Expect a steady, predictable flow behind the wheel that maintains a high highway percentage, keeping your travel time well under an hour and a half.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.1 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Rockingham Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 4 / Woodstock Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Londonderry, VT is easy. At 1h 24m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 4 / Woodstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hartford, VT to Londonderry, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bellows Falls along the way.
Bellows Falls
37.4 mi in
|
~44m
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 1h 24m. Total distance: 61.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.1 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: at 0.4 miles (US 4 / Woodstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 Londonderry, 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.
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