Origin
Springfield, VT
Late night in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Lincoln, 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
2h 22m
Distance
85 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
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6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
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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Lincoln, VT
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Trip Overview
Springfield, VT to Lincoln, VT is 85 miles and takes about 2h 22m via Vermont Route 100 North, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within Vermont, taking you from one part of the Northeast to another. The drive is primarily on highways, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. Consider this route if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points in Vermont without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.5 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 100 North | 32.5 mi | 50m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 18.7 mi | 29m |
| Vermont Route 103 North | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Lincoln Gap Road | 7.6 mi | 16m |
| U.S. Route 4 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 106 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 100 North
— 32.5 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Lincoln, VT.
1
Start on VT 11
96 ft
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5 sec
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Main Street
2
Continue on VT 11
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
3
Continue on VT 106
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 106
4
Continue on VT 103
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
5
Continue on VT 103
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
7
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
8
Turn right onto VT 100
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Vermont Route 100 North
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Route 4
10
Turn slight right onto VT 100
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 100
11
Continue on VT 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 100
12
Continue on VT 100
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 100
13
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
14
Continue on VT 100
18 mi
·
29 min
·
Vermont Route 100 North
15
Turn sharp left onto Lincoln Gap Road
7.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
16
Continue on East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
17
Turn slight right onto Quaker Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quaker Street
18
Arrive at destination
Quaker Street
Trip Plan
With a driving time of just over 2 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive with plenty of daylight. The route is mostly highway, so you won't need to worry about frequent stops for traffic lights or town centers. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is around $14, and it's a good idea to fill up before you leave Springfield or find a station along Vermont Route 100 North if needed, as services might be spaced out.
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 42.5 miles from Springfield, VT, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.5 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 19 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, VT
This is one driving day of about 85 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Springfield, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 100 North for about 32.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Springfield, 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 18.2 and 76.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
18.2 mi into trip
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~33m in
|
VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North
Navigation decision point
4
32.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4
Navigation decision point
4
76.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
Lincoln Gap Road
Turn sharp left onto Lincoln Gap Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.68 one way
$27.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.06 | $30.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.28 | $32.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.77 | $37.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.90 | $5.44 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Lincoln, VT
Late night in Lincoln on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 22m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 32.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 83% of the 85 miles on high-speed roads. You'll experience the longest stretch of continuous driving on Vermont Route 100 North for 32.5 miles. The route begins on Vermont Route 103 North before transitioning to Vermont Route 100 North. Expect a rural cruising feel for much of the trip, with fewer exits than you'd find in a more urban setting.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.5 mi on Vermont Route 100 North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 100 North and Vermont Route 100. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 18.2 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Lincoln, VT is easy. At 2h 22m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.2 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4): Navigation decision point; at 76.3 miles (Lincoln Gap Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 85 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.5 miles on Vermont Route 100 North. 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: at 18.2 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4): Navigation decision point; at 76.3 miles (Lincoln Gap Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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 Lincoln, 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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