Origin
Springfield, VT
Late night in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Hartland, 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
31m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, VT
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Hartland, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Springfield and Hartland, this 24.1-mile drive is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 31 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire journey. You will primarily navigate via I-91, supplemented by stretches of Charlestown Road and Clinton Street. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region of Vermont, you can expect a consistent local climate and driving environment throughout your transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| Charlestown Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 18.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Hartland, VT.
1
Start on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
3
Continue on VT 11
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 91 North
5
Merge onto I 91
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
7
Turn left onto US 5; VT 12
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 5
8
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 12
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 23 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 North
3
4.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
22.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
4
23 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 5; VT 12 / U.S. Route 5
Turn left onto US 5; VT 12 / U.S. Route 5
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.88 one way
$7.76 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.27 | $8.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.62 | $9.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Hartland, VT
Late night in Hartland on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m 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 highway-focused, with 82% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself cruising along I-91 for the majority of the trip, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.6 miles. Once you transition off the interstate and onto local routes like Clinton Street and Charlestown Road, the pace naturally slows down. Expect a transition from the efficiency of the interstate to the more controlled environment of local roads as you approach your destination. The drive feels functional and efficient, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Charlestown Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Hartland, VT is easy. At 31m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 22.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Springfield, VT to Hartland, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Windsor along the way.
Windsor
22.8 mi in
|
~29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 24.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.6 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 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 22.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Hartland, 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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