Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
76.7 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Warren, VT
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The drive from Springfield, VT to Warren, VT covers 76.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vermont Route 100 North, Vermont Route 100, Vermont Route 103 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.6 miles on Vermont Route 100 North. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 100 North | 32.6 mi | 50m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 18.7 mi | 29m |
| Vermont Route 103 North | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| U.S. Route 4 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 106 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Warren, VT.
Start on VT 11
Continue on VT 11
Continue on VT 106
Continue on VT 103
Continue on VT 103
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
Turn right onto VT 100
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100
Turn slight right onto VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Turn right onto Covered Bridge Road
Continue on Covered Bridge Road
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn sharp right onto Fuller Hill Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 17 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, VT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Springfield, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 76.7 miles and 2h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.3 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.2 and 76.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Covered Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto Fuller Hill Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$12.78 one way
$25.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $14.18 | $28.35 |
| premium | $5.07 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $16.91 | $33.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.05 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers Likely
Destination
Late night in Warren on Wednesday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
77°F
Mendon, VT
38 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
76.7 mi in 2h 4m, mostly highway — 32.6 mi of that is on Vermont Route 100 North.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Warren, VT is easy. At 2h 4m with 92% 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 76.4 miles (Covered Bridge Road): Navigation decision point.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,275 ft
Total Descent
962 ft
Highest Point
1,376 ft
~71.2 mi in
Elevation Range
771 ft
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 76.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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