This 90.6-mile drive from Middlesex, VT to Springfield, VT is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 48 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it's primarily a highway-focused experience, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-89 and I-91. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within Vermont. The route offers a convenient way to travel between two points in the Northeast region without significant time commitment or complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Middlesex, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
57.8 mi
1h 6m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
U.S. Route 2
0.5 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Center Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 57.8 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesex, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on US 2
0.5 mi·56 sec·U.S. Route 2
2
Turn slight right
145 ft·6 sec
3
Turn straight onto Center Road
241 ft·5 sec·Center Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
58 mi·1 hr 6 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
Given its manageable 1 hour and 48-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider an early start to maximize your day or a mid-morning departure if you prefer a more relaxed beginning. With a fuel cost of around $15, you won't need to worry extensively about frequent refueling stops, though it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge. Pay attention to the transition from I-91 to Charlestown Road as this is where the highway focus may shift slightly.
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 45.3 miles from Middlesex, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.8 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 52m 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 26m
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 Middlesex, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Middlesex, VT
This is one driving day of about 90.6 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Middlesex, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 57.8 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 86.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
58.5 mi into trip|~1h 8m 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
58.7 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
86.7 mi into trip|~1h 41m 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
$14.59 one way
$29.17 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$16.05
$32.10
premium
$4.86
$17.35
$34.70
diesel
$5.61
$20.00
$40.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
EV Truck/SUV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Middlesex, VT
Late night
in Middlesex on Tuesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 48m 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
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 53.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with 95% of your travel occurring on interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 57.8 miles on I-89, offering a consistent pace. The transition to I-91 and then Charlestown Road will likely maintain a similar highway feel, making it a drive where you can settle in and cover ground efficiently. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing; it's built for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
95% 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: 57.8 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 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 58.5 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 Middlesex, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
58.5 mi in|~1h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 90.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 57.8 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 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 58.5 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.
