Origin
Newbury, VT
Late night in Newbury on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newbury, 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
48m
Distance
35.9 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newbury, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Newbury to Hartford, Vermont, expect a quick 35.9-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this an incredibly cost-effective trek through the Northeast. Navigating this path involves a straightforward mix of I-91, U.S. Route 5 South, and Upper Plain. Because the drive is efficient and direct, it serves as an excellent option for travelers looking to move between these two Vermont towns with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 25.2 mi | 29m |
| U.S. Route 5 South | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Upper Plain | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Lower Plain | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Waits River Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street South | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 25.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newbury, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on Chapel Street
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
Chapel Street
2
Turn right onto US 5
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Main Street South
3
Continue on US 5
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 5 South
4
Continue on US 5
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Upper Plain
5
Continue on US 5
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on US 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Plain
7
Turn right onto VT 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Waits River Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junction
9
Merge onto I 91
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
11
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bugbee Street
12
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
13
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Newbury, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 5 / Main Street South
Turn right onto US 5 / Main Street South
Navigation decision point
4
8.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
VT 25 / Waits River Road
Turn right onto VT 25 / Waits River Road
Navigation decision point
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junction
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junctio...
6
34.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward Wilder, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
5
34.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.78 one way
$11.56 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.87 | $13.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.93 | $15.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Bradford, VT
18 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
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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 79% of this trip is spent on major thoroughfares. The route hits its stride early with a 25.2-mile stretch on I-91, providing a consistent pace for the bulk of your travel. While the interstate provides the primary speed, you will eventually transition onto U.S. Route 5 South and Upper Plain to reach your final destination. This combination creates a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed over technical maneuvering. You will find the transition from high-speed highway segments to local roads straightforward and easy to manage behind the wheel.
79% 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: 25.2 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 5 South. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Main Street South.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Newbury, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 48m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Main Street South): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: 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.
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 Newbury, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
8.9 mi in
|
~15m
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 48m. Total distance: 35.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.2 miles on I 91. 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 (US 5 / Main Street South): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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