Origin
Orange, VT
Late night in Orange on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orange, 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 5m
Distance
47.8 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orange, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
Orange, VT to Hartford, VT is 47.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes via I 91 and Vermont Route 25, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip within the Northeast region, entirely within Vermont. Expect a quick journey that’s easy to manage, making it ideal for a short travel day. The route is primarily on interstates and main roads, so it’s efficient for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 25.2 mi | 29m |
| Vermont Route 25 | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| Waits River Road | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| William Scott Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bugbee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 25.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on US 302
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
William Scott Memorial Highway
2
Turn right onto VT 25
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Vermont Route 25
3
Continue on VT 25
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Waits River Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 91 South: Fairlee, White River Junction
5
Merge onto I 91
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
7
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bugbee Street
8
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
9
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Orange, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 46.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
VT 25 / Vermont Route 25
Turn right onto VT 25 / Vermont Route 25
Navigation decision point
5
20.8 mi into trip
|
~31m 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...
3
21.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.70 one way
$15.39 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.47 | $16.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Late night in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Bradford, VT
24 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
20 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 5m 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 drive is mostly highway, with 75% of the journey on faster roads like I 91. You'll encounter a 25.2-mile stretch on I 91, which means you can settle in for a good bit of consistent driving. The profile is decidedly highway-focused, suggesting a focus on direct travel rather than meandering scenic byways. While the primary roads include Vermont Route 25 and Waits River Road, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate, offering a predictable and efficient driving experience.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 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 Vermont Route 25. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near VT 25 / Vermont Route 25.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Orange, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 1h 5m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (VT 25 / Vermont Route 25): Navigation decision point; at 20.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 Orange, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
20.8 mi in
|
~31m
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 5m. Total distance: 47.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). 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: at 4.2 miles (VT 25 / Vermont Route 25): Navigation decision point; at 20.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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