Origin
Springfield, VT
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Ludlow, 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
29m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
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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Ludlow, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick jaunt across Vermont, the 16.2-mile journey from Springfield to Ludlow is an ideal day trip. You can expect to reach your destination in about 29 minutes, making it a very efficient connection between these two Northeast towns. With a fuel cost estimate of just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly outing for any traveler. Since the route is short and straightforward, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have other plans in the area. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 103 North | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Vermont Route 106 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 103 North
— 7.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Ludlow, VT.
1
Start on VT 11
96 ft
·
5 sec
·
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
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
VT 103
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.61 one way
$5.22 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Ludlow, VT
Morning in Ludlow on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
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
29m 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 76% of this trip takes place on major roads like Vermont Route 103 North and Vermont Route 106. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating these corridors, including a notable 7.1-mile stretch on Vermont Route 103 North, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. The route transitions smoothly from local streets like River Street onto these higher-speed connections. Behind the wheel, you will find the pace consistent and predictable, lacking the technical challenges of backroads but offering a steady flow. It is a functional drive designed for those who value speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on Vermont Route 103 North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 103 North and Vermont Route 106. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Ludlow, VT is easy. At 29m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, VT to Ludlow, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 16.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on Vermont Route 103 North. 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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, VT to Ludlow, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ludlow, 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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