Planning a trip from Troy, VT to Hartford, VT? This 107.2-mile drive will take you about 2 hours and 12 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-91, with portions of Vermont Route 100 and U.S. Route 5, offering a mostly highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical journey. You'll be staying within the Northeast region throughout this drive. This trip is straightforward, designed for efficient travel between these two Vermont locations, and doesn't require any overnight stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.6 miles from Troy, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
89.4 mi
1h 43m
Vermont Route 100
5.9 mi
8m
U.S. Route 5
5.4 mi
8m
Vermont Route 14
4.6 mi
8m
Christian Street
1 mi
2m
Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 89.4 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi·48 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto VT 100
5.9 mi·8 min·Vermont Route 100
3
Continue on VT 14
4.6 mi·8 min·Vermont Route 14
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 5; VT 14
5.4 mi·8 min·U.S. Route 5
5
Turn left
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South
6
Merge onto I 91
89 mi·1 hr 43 min·I 91
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 12Toward Wilder, White River Junction
8
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi·43 sec·Bugbee Street
9
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Christian Street
10
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Starting early can help you avoid any potential midday traffic, though this route is generally free-flowing. With a fuel cost of around $17, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before you depart Troy to minimize any unplanned stops. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 89.4 miles on I-91, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point if needed for stretching or a quick refreshment. Remember to check your GPS for the most current traffic conditions before you set off.
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 53.6 miles from Troy, VT, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.4 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.6 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, VT
This is one driving day of about 107.2 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Troy, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 89.4 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 106.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
4
10.6 mi into trip|~17m in|US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5
At end of road, turn right onto US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5
Navigation decision point
4
16 mi into trip|~25m in
Turn left toward I 91 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 South
6
105.6 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward Wilder, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
5
106.2 mi into trip|~2h 10m in|Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.26 one way
$34.52 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.99
$37.98
premium
$4.86
$20.53
$41.06
diesel
$5.61
$23.67
$47.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.2
0
$11.26
$5.15
Efficient EV
26.8
0
$9.38
$4.29
EV Truck/SUV
42.9
0
$15.01
$6.86
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Troy, VT
Late night
in Troy on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hartford, VT
Late night
in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
15 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 12m 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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 107.2
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 on highways, with 98% of the journey taking place on faster-paced roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 89.4 miles on I-91, which forms the backbone of this route. Expect a consistent, highway-focused profile for most of your travel. While segments of Vermont Route 100 and U.S. Route 5 are incorporated, the overall feel is one of efficient travel on major arteries, rather than winding scenic byways. The transition between these road types is generally smooth, maintaining a steady pace.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.4 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 100. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Troy, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 2h 12m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,176 ft392 ft
Total Climb
754 ft
Total Descent
1,118 ft
Highest Point
1,176 ft
~30.6 mi in
Elevation Range
784 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 107.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 89.4 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 0.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 Hartford, VT before heading back.
