Traveling between New Haven and Hartford, Vermont, covers a 76.5-mile stretch that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes to complete. This route is designed as a single-day trip, as the distance is short enough that you won't need an overnight stop. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly excursion across the Northeast. Because the drive relies entirely on local roads, it offers a more intimate look at the Vermont landscape than you would get from an interstate. If you are looking for a straightforward, turn-heavy transit through the region, this path serves as a practical connection between these two Vermont towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.2 miles from New Haven, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
18.3 mi
21m
Vermont Route 125
13 mi
20m
Vermont Route 107
8.4 mi
13m
Ethan Allen Highway
7.8 mi
10m
Vermont Route 100 South
7 mi
11m
Vermont Route 100
5 mi
8m
US 7
3.8 mi
7m
River Street
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 18.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on North Street
48 ft·4 sec·North Street
2
Turn right onto VT 17
1.4 mi·2 min·Main Street
3
Turn sharp left onto US 7
169 ft·2 sec·Federal Road
4
Continue on US 7
7.8 mi·10 min·Ethan Allen Highway
5
Enter roundabout onto US 7
348 ft·16 sec·US 7
Toward VT 125
6
Continue on US 7
3.7 mi·7 min·US 7
Toward VT 125
7
Turn left onto VT 125
3.1 mi·6 min·East Main Street
8
Continue on VT 125
13 mi·20 min·Vermont Route 125
9
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100
4.0 mi·6 min·Vermont Route 100
10
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
11
Continue on VT 100
7.0 mi·11 min·Vermont Route 100 South
12
Continue on VT 100
1.0 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 100
13
At end of road, turn left onto VT 107
6.7 mi·10 min·Vermont Route 107
14
Continue on VT 107
3.4 mi·5 min·River Street
15
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi·1 min·South Main Street
16
Continue on VT 107
1.7 mi·3 min·Vermont Route 107
17
Turn left
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 89 South
18
Merge onto I 89
18 mi·21 min·I 89
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward US 4: Woodstock, Quechee
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 4
2.6 mi·3 min·Woodstock Road
21
Turn right onto TH 132
144 ft·11 sec·TH 132
22
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi·54 sec·V.A. Cutoff Road
23
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, allowing you to depart whenever fits your plans best. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination in under two hours, you can easily drive the full distance without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep in mind that because this route relies on turn-heavy local roads, you should plan for a slightly more active driving experience than a standard highway route would require. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as the $12 estimated cost is based on standard consumption for this specific mileage. Using a reliable GPS is highly recommended here, as navigating the various turns between Main Street, Federal Road, and the Ethan Allen Highway will be your biggest challenge.
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 38.2 miles from New Haven, VT, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.3 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Haven, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Haven, VT
This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from New Haven, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 18.3 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 73.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|US 7 / Federal Road
Turn sharp left onto US 7 / Federal Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
9.2 mi into trip|~12m in|US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7 toward VT 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward VT 125
5
29.1 mi into trip|~46m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
5
41.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
At end of road, turn left onto VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Navigation decision point
5
73.1 mi into trip|~1h 50m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.32 one way
$24.63 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.55
$27.10
premium
$4.86
$14.65
$29.30
diesel
$5.61
$16.89
$33.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23
0
$8.03
$3.67
Efficient EV
19.1
0
$6.69
$3.06
EV Truck/SUV
30.6
0
$10.71
$4.90
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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 20, 2026
Origin
New Haven, VT
Late night
in New Haven on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hartford, VT
Late night
in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Randolph, VT
38 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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m 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?
You will spend the entirety of this 76.5-mile trip on local roads, as this route features 0% highway driving. Expect a turn-heavy, hands-on experience as you navigate via Main Street, Federal Road, and the Ethan Allen Highway. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this path demands your full attention, keeping you engaged with the local road network from start to finish. Without any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive maintains a consistent, moderate pace throughout the duration of your journey. It is a pure local drive that tests your ability to navigate backroads rather than high-speed thoroughfares.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.3 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 125. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near US 7 / Federal Road.
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 56m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 7 / Federal Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.2 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 18.3 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 1.4 miles (US 7 / Federal Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.2 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartford, VT before heading back.
