Origin
Westminster, VT
Late night in Westminster on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westminster, VT to Hartford, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westminster, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
This 46.4-mile trip between Westminster and Hartford serves as a straightforward, efficient journey through the heart of Vermont. Clocking in at approximately 56 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your regional travels. By utilizing I-91, U.S. Route 5, and Woodstock Road, you will navigate the Northeast corridor with ease. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, the trip is designed for speed and reliability. It is an ideal choice if you prioritize getting to your destination quickly without the need for extensive travel logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 41.1 mi | 47m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Westminster Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| V.A. Cutoff Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| TH 132 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 41.1 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on School Street
71 ft
·
10 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn sharp left onto US 5
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 5
3
Turn left onto Westminster Street
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Westminster Street
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge onto I 91
41 mi
·
47 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
7
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
12
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
13
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Westminster, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 5 / U.S. Route 5
Turn sharp left onto US 5 / U.S. Route 5
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
44.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 5: White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
4
44.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
44.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.47 one way
$14.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.89 | $17.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Claremont, NH
23 mi in
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
16 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
56m 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 highly efficient experience on this highway-focused drive, where 94% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel involves a long, 41.1-mile stretch on I-91, allowing for a steady, consistent pace. Once you exit the interstate, the transition to U.S. Route 5 and Woodstock Road offers a brief shift in environment as you approach Hartford. While the interstate portion provides a predictable, fast-moving rhythm, the final miles require more attention as you navigate off the highway. Overall, the road personality is functional and direct, prioritizing time-saving transit over winding backroads.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.1 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 5. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / U.S. Route 5.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / U.S. Route 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.1 miles on I 91. 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / U.S. Route 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.4 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 Hartford, 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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