Springfield, VT to Waitsfield, VT is 104 miles and takes about 2 hours 11 minutes via I-89 and VT-100B, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Since it's a relatively short trip, you'll spend most of your time on highways, making it a straightforward connection. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Vermont locations without extensive time on slower roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
58 mi
1h 6m
I 91
28.2 mi
32m
Vermont Route 100B
7.9 mi
13m
Main Street
4.2 mi
7m
Charlestown Road
2.3 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
U.S. Route 2
0.6 mi
1m
Vermont Route 100 South
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 58 mi, about 1h 6m
Traffic on I-89
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 25 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,015 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,333
Quietest
1 AM
~32 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
31.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 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 Waitsfield, 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
28 mi·32 min·I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 89 North
7
Merge onto I 89
58 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 89
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 9Toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
9
Turn left onto Center Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·Center Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
0.6 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 2
11
Turn right onto VT 100B
7.9 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 100B
12
Continue on VT 100
0.5 mi·45 sec·Vermont Route 100 South
13
Continue on VT 100
3.9 mi·6 min·Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
VT 100
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over 2 hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. You could depart Springfield anytime in the morning and still arrive in Waitsfield with plenty of afternoon light. Given the short duration and highway focus, you might only need one brief stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $19 estimated cost suggests a straightforward fill-up. A good tip for this route is to plan your fuel stop before getting too far onto the longest 58-mile stretch on I-89 to ensure you have ample range.
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 51.9 miles from Springfield, VT, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 3m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waitsfield, 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 103.8 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Springfield, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 58 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 90.9 — 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
4
32.4 mi into trip|~40m in
Take the exit toward I 89 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 89 North
6
90.6 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
4
90.8 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|Center Road
Turn left onto Center Road
Navigation decision point
5
90.9 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|US 2 / U.S. Route 2
At end of road, turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.35 one way
$36.70 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$20.10
$40.20
premium
$5.29
$21.61
$43.23
diesel
$5.35
$21.86
$43.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.1
0
$10.90
$4.98
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.08
$4.15
EV Truck/SUV
41.5
0
$14.53
$6.64
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of May 31, 2026
Origin
Springfield, VT
Afternoon
in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
NW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Waitsfield, VT
Afternoon
in Waitsfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Partly Cloudy
N 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
53°F
Bethel, VT
52 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
4 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
2h 11m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 35.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 92% of the 104 miles on interstate. You'll experience a longest stretch of 58 miles on I-89 before transitioning to Vermont Route 100B. Expect a mostly highway profile with some brief periods on surface roads as you approach Waitsfield. The extensive highway share means you'll likely encounter a steady flow of traffic and fewer immediate exits for much of the trip.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 11m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 90.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,549 ft411 ft
Total Climb
1,660 ft
Total Descent
1,369 ft
Highest Point
1,549 ft
~74.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,138 ft
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 Waitsfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Moretown along the way.
Moretown
90.6 mi in|~1h 48m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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
The longest stretch is about 58 miles on I 89. 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 32.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 90.6 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 Waitsfield, VT before heading back.
