Traveling from Montgomery to Springfield, Vermont, covers 143.2 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes. This journey is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-89, I-91, and Vermont Route 100 to navigate through the Northeast region. With a fuel budget estimated at $23, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are looking for a straightforward commute or a quick getaway, this route offers a reliable path across the state. Expect a practical travel experience that gets you from the northern reaches of Vermont to the southern section efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.6 miles from Montgomery, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
63.1 mi
1h 12m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
Vermont Route 100
9.7 mi
14m
North Main Street
7.9 mi
13m
Belvidere Road
6.1 mi
10m
Waterbury Stowe Road
6.1 mi
10m
Laporte Road
4.6 mi
7m
Pucker Street
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Fuller Bridge Road
303 ft·8 sec·Fuller Bridge Road
2
Turn slight left onto VT 118
7.9 mi·13 min·North Main Street
3
Continue on VT 118
2.5 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 118 North
4
Turn left onto VT 118
0.5 mi·51 sec·Vermont Route 118 South
5
Continue on VT 118
6.1 mi·10 min·Belvidere Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100
9.4 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 100
7
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100
184 ft·3 sec·Vermont Route 15 East
8
Continue on VT 15; VT 100
1.8 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 15 East
9
Enter roundabout onto VT 100
50 ft·1 sec·Vermont Route 100 Bypass
10
Continue on VT 100
1.6 mi·3 min·Vermont Route 100 Bypass
11
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi·7 min·Laporte Road
12
Continue on VT 100
2.6 mi·4 min·Pucker Street
13
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Maple Street
14
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi·3 min·Main Street
15
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi·3 min·Waterbury Road
16
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi·10 min·Waterbury Stowe Road
17
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi·41 sec·Vermont Route 100
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
19
Merge onto I 89
63 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 89
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
22
Merge onto I 91
28 mi·32 min·I 91
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
24
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
25
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
26
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
27
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Planning your departure for the morning will give you the most flexibility, especially since the 3-hour and 14-minute duration leaves plenty of room for one planned stop along the way. Given the significant highway share, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer stretches of I-89 to ensure you stay within your $23 budget. Since this is a relatively short trek, you don't need an elaborate itinerary, but having a designated rest stop in mind will help you break up the drive comfortably. Pay close attention to the transition between the interstate sections and Vermont Route 100, as speed limits and road conditions will change accordingly. Aim to complete your stop during the middle portion of the journey to keep your energy levels consistent until you reach Springfield.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.6 miles from Montgomery, VT, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 32 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.6 miles or 1h 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 2h 42m
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 Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, VT
This is one driving day of about 143.2 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Montgomery, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 63.1 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 17 and 139.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
17 mi into trip|~30m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
5
28.3 mi into trip|~46m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass
Enter roundabout onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
111 mi into trip|~2h 34m 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
111.3 mi into trip|~2h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
139.3 mi into trip|~3h 7m 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
$23.05 one way
$46.11 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$25.36
$50.73
premium
$4.86
$27.42
$54.84
diesel
$5.61
$31.62
$63.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43
0
$15.04
$6.87
Efficient EV
35.8
0
$12.53
$5.73
EV Truck/SUV
57.3
0
$20.05
$9.16
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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 15, 2026
Origin
Montgomery, VT
Night
in Montgomery on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Night
in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Duxbury, VT
72 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 14m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 143.2-mile journey is heavily highway-focused, with approximately 75% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a consistent driving experience, as the route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles while traveling on I-89. The personality of the road shifts from the faster pace of the interstate system to the varied character of Vermont Route 100. Because the majority of the drive is highway-oriented, you can maintain a steady rhythm behind the wheel. It is a functional and direct drive that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding local roads.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 17 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m 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 17 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 111 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,622 ft411 ft
Total Climb
1,548 ft
Total Descent
2,319 ft
Highest Point
1,622 ft
~71.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,212 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Montgomery, VT and Springfield, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
Montpelier
47.8 mi in|~1h 21m
White River
111 mi in|~2h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 143.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 63.1 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 17 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 111 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Springfield, VT, but most travelers stay overnight.
