Origin
Moretown, VT
Morning in Moretown on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moretown, 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
1h 21m
Distance
65.7 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moretown, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
This 65.7-mile journey from Moretown, VT to Hartford, VT takes approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes, making it a convenient day trip within the Northeast region. With 94% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward travel experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, which is quite budget-friendly for this distance. Since there are no designated stops suggested and the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience and enjoy the efficiency of this route. It's a quick connection between two points in Vermont, perfect for a day's travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 54.7 mi | 1h 3m |
| Vermont Route 100B | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Woodstock Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Center Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wimble's Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 54.7 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moretown, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on Wimble's Road
54 ft
·
8 sec
·
Wimble's Road
2
Turn sharp right onto VT 100B
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 100B
3
Turn left onto US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 2
4
Turn slight right
145 ft
·
6 sec
5
Turn straight onto Center Road
241 ft
·
5 sec
·
Center Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
7
Merge onto I 89
55 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 4: Woodstock, Quechee
9
At end of road, turn right onto US 4
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodstock Road
10
Turn right onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
11
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
12
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Moretown, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B
Turn sharp right onto VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
6.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
4
7.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 4: Woodstock, Quechee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 4: Woodstock, Quechee
4
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
US 4 / Woodstock Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 4 / Woodstock Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.58 one way
$21.15 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.64 | $23.27 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Brookfield, VT
33 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
2 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 21m 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 route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 94% of the journey utilizing high-speed roads. You'll spend most of your time on I-89, experiencing a longest stretch of 54.7 miles on this interstate. While the primary focus is I-89, you'll also navigate sections of Vermont Route 100B and Woodstock Road, which may offer a slight change of pace before rejoining faster thoroughfares. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, prioritizing directness over winding scenic byways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 100B. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 21m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.8 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,514 ft
392 ft
Total Climb
1,099 ft
Total Descent
1,326 ft
Highest Point
1,514 ft
~23.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,122 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 Moretown, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Quechee along the way.
Quechee
62.3 mi in
|
~1h 16m
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 1h 21m. Total distance: 65.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.7 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: near the start (VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.8 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles: 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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