Origin
Springfield, VT
Late night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Newport, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
135.2 mi
218 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
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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Newport, VT
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
Springfield, VT to Newport, VT is 135.2 miles and takes about 2h 41m via I 91, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given that it's almost entirely highway driving, expect a straightforward transit. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a quick, efficient journey between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.6 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 128.5 mi | 2h 28m |
| Charlestown Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Access Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Schuler Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 128.5 mi, about 2h 28m
Traffic on I-91
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 31 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~378 veh/hr typical · worst 671
Quietest
1 AM
~12 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
31.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 75 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Newport, 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
128 mi
·
2 hr 28 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 27
Toward VT 191: Newport
7
Keep slight right at fork
127 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 191 North: Newport, Lake Memphremagog
8
Turn straight onto VT 191
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Schuler Road
9
Continue on VT 191
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Access Road
10
Turn left onto Western Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Western Avenue
11
At end of road, turn right onto Railroad Square
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Square
12
Arrive at destination
Railroad Square
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2h 41m drive, consider leaving Springfield, VT in the morning to allow for flexibility. Since the total distance is 135.2 miles, you can easily complete it within a single day without feeling rushed. The route is mostly highway, so keep an eye on fuel levels, especially as the longest stretch on I 91 is 128.5 miles. Plan your single stop strategically along I 91 to break up the drive comfortably. The estimated fuel cost is around $23.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.6 miles from Springfield, VT, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.5 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.6 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport, 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 135.2 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Springfield, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 128.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.6 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
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 135.1 — 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
5
132.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward VT 191: Newport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 27
Toward VT 191: Newport
7
132.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 191 North: Newport, Lake Memphremagog
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 191 North: Newport, Lake Memphremagog
5
135.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
Railroad Square
At end of road, turn right onto Railroad Square
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.52 one way
$45.04 round trip
$4.23/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $24.99 | $49.98 |
| premium | $5.07 | $26.97 | $53.93 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $29.80 | $59.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.20 | $6.49 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.83 | $5.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.93 | $8.65 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Newport, VT
Late night in Newport on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Bradford, VT
68 mi in
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 41m 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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 28
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 predominantly on I 91, accounting for 95% of the total mileage. You'll experience a long stretch of 128.5 miles on I 91, indicating minimal transitions to surface roads. Expect dense exits and entrances for much of the 135.2-mile trip. The final portion of the drive will involve Charlestown Road and Access Road as you approach Newport, VT.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.5 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 Newport, VT is easy. At 2h 41m with 95% 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 132.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,485 ft
385 ft
Total Climb
1,737 ft
Total Descent
1,461 ft
Highest Point
1,485 ft
~115.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,100 ft
Notable High Points
1,485 ft at ~115.9 miles
+560 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Springfield, VT
Full guide →Founded 1761
Springfield is a town of 9,400 people (2010) in southeastern Vermont along the Black River. In 2007, the city was selected to host the premiere of The Simpsons Movie after winning a contest to find the Springfield that most closely resembled the town featured in the movie and TV show.
Top landmarks
- • Stellafane Observatory — observatory in Vermont, USA
- • Parker Hill Rural Historic District — historic district in Springfield, Vermont
- • Southview Housing Historic District — historic district in Springfield, Vermont
Arriving in Newport, VT
Full guide →Newport is a city in the Northeast Kingdom region of Vermont.
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 2h 41m. Total distance: 135.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 128.5 miles on I 91. 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 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 132.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Newport, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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