If you are planning a transit across Vermont, this 123.2-mile journey from Hinesburg to Springfield makes for a straightforward day trip. You can expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 28 minutes behind the wheel, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Northeast locations. Because the route is highly efficient, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay. Budgeting around $20 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. This drive is best suited for those who prioritize speed and convenience over slower, backroad exploration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.6 miles from Hinesburg, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
82.9 mi
1h 35m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
Vermont Route 116
3 mi
4m
Saint George Road
2.9 mi
4m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Vermont Route 2A
2 mi
2m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 82.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinesburg, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on VT 116
3.0 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 116
2
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 2A
3
Continue on VT 2A
2.9 mi·4 min·Saint George Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
83 mi·1 hr 35 min·I 89
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
8
Merge onto I 91
28 mi·32 min·I 91
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
10
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
11
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
12
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 123.2 miles without needing to schedule formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise as you transition between highways. Because the route relies so heavily on I-89 and I-91, check traffic conditions before you pull out of Hinesburg to ensure there are no unexpected delays on the interstate. Aiming to leave during off-peak hours will help you maintain a steady pace throughout the duration of your journey. Remember that since this is a single-day trip, packing light will make your arrival in Springfield much smoother.
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 61.6 miles from Hinesburg, VT, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.9 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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.6 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hinesburg, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hinesburg, VT
This is one driving day of about 123.2 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Hinesburg, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 82.9 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 3 and 119.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3 mi into trip|~4m in|VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Turn right onto VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Navigation decision point
3
7.9 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
91.1 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
91.3 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
119.3 mi into trip|~2h 21m 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
$19.83 one way
$39.67 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$21.82
$43.64
premium
$4.86
$23.59
$47.18
diesel
$5.61
$27.20
$54.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37
0
$12.94
$5.91
Efficient EV
30.8
0
$10.78
$4.93
EV Truck/SUV
49.3
0
$17.25
$7.88
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hinesburg, VT
Late night
in Hinesburg on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Chelsea, VT
62 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
1 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
2h 28m 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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 84.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will navigate via Vermont Route 116, I-89, and I-91, creating a very consistent driving experience. A significant portion of your time—82.9 miles—will be spent on the longest uninterrupted stretch along I-89. While you start on local roads, the drive quickly transitions into a fast-paced interstate commute. Expect a reliable, predictable ride that prioritizes forward momentum rather than technical maneuvering.
94% 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: 82.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 91.1 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 Hinesburg, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
91.1 mi in|~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 123.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 82.9 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 91.1 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 Springfield, VT before heading back.
