Hartford, VT to Morrisville, VT is 80.8 miles and takes about 1h 46m via I 89 and Waterbury Stowe Road, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, traversing Vermont from one point to another. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward journey for a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within Vermont, prioritizing speed and ease of navigation. The main roads are well-maintained and should provide a predictable travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Hartford, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
59.5 mi
1h 8m
Waterbury Stowe Road
6.1 mi
10m
Laporte Road
4.8 mi
7m
Pucker Street
2.6 mi
4m
Waterbury Road
2.2 mi
3m
Woodstock Road
2 mi
3m
South Main Street
1.3 mi
3m
Maple Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 59.5 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Morrisville, 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
59 mi·1 hr 8 min·I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 10Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
8
Turn right onto VT 100
0.1 mi·9 sec·Vermont Route 100
9
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi·10 min·Waterbury Stowe Road
10
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi·3 min·Waterbury Road
11
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi·3 min·South Main Street
12
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Maple Street
13
Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi·1 min·Pucker Street
14
Continue on VT 100
1.8 mi·2 min·Pucker Street
15
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi·7 min·Laporte Road
16
Continue on VT 100
0.2 mi·17 sec·Laporte Road
17
Continue on VT 100
0.4 mi·47 sec·Jersey Heights
18
Turn right onto VT 100
0.1 mi·17 sec·Lower Main Street
19
Turn left onto VT 100
21 ft·0 sec·Portland Street
20
Arrive at destination
VT 100
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1h 46m, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, you won't need to worry about frequent, expensive refueling stops. The longest stretch on I 89 is substantial, so ensure you have your preferred snacks and entertainment ready before you hit that segment. While there are no specific recommended stops noted, the nature of the drive suggests you can depart when convenient, perhaps in the morning to maximize your day in Morrisville, or later in the afternoon for a sunset arrival.
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 40.4 miles from Hartford, VT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.5 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 48m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morrisville, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hartford, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hartford, VT
This is one driving day of about 80.8 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hartford, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 59.5 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
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 80.8 — 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
6
62.1 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
5
62.4 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
4
80.8 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|VT 100 / Portland Street
Turn left onto VT 100 / Portland Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.01 one way
$26.02 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.31
$28.62
premium
$4.86
$15.47
$30.95
diesel
$5.61
$17.84
$35.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.48
$3.88
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.07
$3.23
EV Truck/SUV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Hartford, VT
Late night
in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Morrisville, VT
Late night
in Morrisville on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Duxbury, VT
40 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
16 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 46m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 74% of the journey on faster roads like I 89. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 59.5 miles on I 89, offering a period of consistent speed and less frequent turns. As you transition from the interstate, roads like Waterbury Stowe Road and Laporte Road will alter the driving feel, likely introducing more local traffic and potentially winding sections. Expect a profile that starts as a dedicated highway cruise and gradually becomes more integrated with the Vermont landscape as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of efficient travel with a touch of scenic transition.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.5 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Waterbury Stowe 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 TH 132.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Morrisville, VT is easy. At 1h 46m with 74% 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 (TH 132): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Morrisville, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Stowe along the way.
Stowe
62.1 mi in|~1h 13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 80.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 59.5 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 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Morrisville, VT before heading back.
