Origin
Ludlow, VT
Late night in Ludlow on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ludlow, VT to Hartford, 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
59m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ludlow, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition through Vermont, the 39.7-mile journey from Ludlow to Hartford is an efficient choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 59 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the trek, which relies heavily on a mix of Vermont Route 131 and I-91. Since both towns are located within the Northeast, you will experience consistent regional character throughout the entire passage. It is a straightforward, practical route for travelers prioritizing speed and reliability over wandering backroads.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 18.5 mi | 21m |
| Vermont Route 131 | 13.5 mi | 22m |
| Main Street | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 18.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on VT 103
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on VT 103
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
3
Turn left onto VT 131
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on VT 131
14 mi
·
22 min
·
Vermont Route 131
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Junction
6
Merge onto I 91
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
8
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
13
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
14
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Ludlow, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 19 and 38.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
19 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Hartland, White River Juncti...
5
37.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward US 5: White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
4
37.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 4 / Woodstock Road
Turn left onto US 4 / Woodstock Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.78 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Springfield, VT
20 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
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
59m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of your time spent cruising on major roads. After navigating local segments like Main Street, you will transition onto the interstate for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is an 18.5-mile block on I-91, which allows you to maintain a steady pace. You will find that the personality of the road shifts from regional Vermont routes to a more standard interstate experience. Expect a functional, no-nonsense drive that favors efficiency as you make your way toward Hartford.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 131. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 19 miles in.
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 59m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.8 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,002 ft
383 ft
Total Climb
600 ft
Total Descent
1,209 ft
Highest Point
1,002 ft
Elevation Range
619 ft
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 Ludlow, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
19 mi in
|
~34m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 59m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 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 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.8 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): 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 Hartford, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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