Origin
Barre, VT
Night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Springfield, VT
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
84.1 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
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6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
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Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Barre to Springfield, Vermont, covers 84.1 miles of local roads that prioritize back-road character over highway speed. Expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of about $13 to complete the journey comfortably. Since you will be navigating via Prospect Street, South Main Street, and South Barre Road, this route stays entirely off the interstate system. It is an ideal trek for those who prefer a steady, local pace through the heart of the Northeast rather than the monotony of major freeways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share for this trip is 0%, you will spend the entire 84.1 miles navigating community roads and regional connectors rather than high-speed lanes. The road profile is consistent, offering a winding path that shifts away from the typical interstate experience. Without any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the journey feels intimate and requires frequent adjustments to your speed and steering. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where the lack of major highways keeps you closely connected to the local landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 14 / South Main Street
Turn right onto VT 14 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
52 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
80.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Barre, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
52 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 45.9 mi | 52m |
| I 91 | 27.8 mi | 32m |
| Vermont Route 63 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Charlestown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| South Barre Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 45.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
172 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn right onto VT 14
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on VT 14
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Barre Road
5
Turn right onto VT 63
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 63
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 89 South: White River Junction
7
Merge onto I 89
46 mi
·
52 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
10
Merge onto I 91
28 mi
·
32 min
·
I 91
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
12
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
13
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
14
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With no designated stops required, you can easily complete the drive in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $13 cost estimate. Because the route relies heavily on local roads like South Barre Road, verify your GPS settings to ensure you are avoiding highway shortcuts if you prefer the slower, turn-heavy path. Make sure to double-check your tire pressure before leaving, as the technical nature of these local roads makes handling especially important. This route offers a great opportunity to enjoy a focused, uninterrupted drive without the need for complex logistical planning.
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 42.1 miles from Barre, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.9 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 52m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barre, 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 Barre, VT
This is one driving day of about 84.1 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barre, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 45.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Barre, VT · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Barre, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, VT
The final approach into Springfield, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Springfield, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.46 one way
$26.93 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.76 | $29.51 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.99 | $31.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.68 | $37.37 |
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: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.77 | $5.38 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Springfield, VT
Night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Wilton, NY
42 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
5 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
1h 44m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barre, VT to Springfield, VT covers 84.1 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Vermont Route 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.1 miles from Barre, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 52 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Barre, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
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