Spanning 82.2 miles across Vermont, this journey from New Haven to Springfield is a straightforward excursion that takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Because the route is compact, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the entire distance, making it an affordable regional traverse. Navigating between these two Northeast points keeps you entirely within Vermont state lines. Since the route relies exclusively on local roads rather than interstates, it offers a consistent, ground-level perspective of the region. Plan for a relaxed pace, as the total travel time reflects the nature of local road travel rather than high-speed highway transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from New Haven, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 7
37 mi
1h 1m
Vermont Route 103
18.8 mi
28m
Ethan Allen Highway
7.8 mi
10m
Vermont Route 103 South
7.1 mi
11m
Vermont Route 10
5.2 mi
8m
River Street
3.1 mi
6m
Main Street
2.5 mi
5m
Pond Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 37 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, VT and Springfield, 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
37 mi·1 hr 1 min·US 7
Toward VT 125Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto VT 103
19 mi·28 min·Vermont Route 103
8
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi·1 min·Pond Street
9
Turn slight left onto VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi·3 min·Main Street
10
Continue on VT 103
7.1 mi·11 min·Vermont Route 103 South
11
Continue on VT 10
5.2 mi·8 min·Vermont Route 10
12
Continue on VT 106
3.1 mi·6 min·River Street
13
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no scheduled stops built into the 2 hour and 15 minute duration, you are free to pull over whenever you need a break, though you should factor in extra time if you plan to pause for meals or refueling. Budgeting approximately $13 for gas should cover your needs, but keeping a little extra set aside is always a smart move for local travel. Given the turn-heavy nature of this route, ensure your GPS is mounted securely and updated before you leave New Haven. Taking the trip during daylight hours is highly recommended to better navigate the local road transitions you will encounter on your way to Springfield.
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 41.1 miles from New Haven, VT, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 1h 5m 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 53m
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 New Haven, 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 New Haven, VT
This is one driving day of about 82.2 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from New Haven, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 7 for about 37 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 17 / Main Street
Turn right onto VT 17 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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
9.3 mi into trip|~13m in|US 7
Right onto US 7 toward VT 125
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward VT 125
3
46.3 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Turn left onto VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.23 one way
$26.47 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.56
$29.12
premium
$4.86
$15.74
$31.48
diesel
$5.61
$18.15
$36.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.7
0
$8.63
$3.95
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.19
$3.29
EV Truck/SUV
32.9
0
$11.51
$5.26
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
New Haven, VT
Late night
in New Haven on Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Wallingford, VT
41 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
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
2h 15m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with the monotony of high-speed interstates or heavy merging traffic. Instead, you will traverse a series of local thoroughfares, including Main Street, Federal Road, and the Ethan Allen Highway. This configuration creates a technical driving experience where the road surface and turns change frequently throughout the 82.2-mile journey. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, the drive remains engaging and requires you to navigate the nuances of local roadway layouts consistently from start to finish.
83% 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: 37 mi on US 7.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Vermont Route 103. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 17 / Main Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New Haven, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 15m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 17 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 82.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 37 miles on US 7. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (VT 17 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, VT before heading back.
