Origin
Brookfield, VT
Late night in Brookfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookfield, VT to Springfield, VT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
70.4 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookfield, VT
James Mirakian
Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brookfield, VT to Springfield, VT covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, I 91, Ridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.9 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.33 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Brookfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 34m highway drive covering 70.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.9 miles on I 89.
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 29.9 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Stone Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Stone Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (VT 66 / Vermont Route 66): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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Stone Road
Turn left onto Stone Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.8 mi into trip
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~16m in
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VT 66 / Vermont Route 66
At end of road, turn right onto VT 66 / Vermont Route 66
Navigation decision point
5
38.3 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
38.6 mi into trip
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~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
66.5 mi into trip
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~1h 27m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brookfield, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
38.3 mi in
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~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 29.9 mi | 34m |
| I 91 | 27.8 mi | 32m |
| Ridge Road | 6.6 mi | 15m |
| Charlestown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 66 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Vermont Route 65 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 29.9 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookfield, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
33 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Stone Road
45 ft
·
1 sec
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Stone Road
3
Turn left onto VT 65
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Vermont Route 65
4
Turn right onto Ridge Road
6.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Ridge Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto VT 66
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 66
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 89 South: White River Junction
7
Merge onto I 89
30 mi
·
34 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
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Charlestown Road
13
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Clinton Street
14
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
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 35.2 miles from Brookfield, VT, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.9 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 70.4 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 50m 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 19m
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 Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, VT
This is one driving day of about 70.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brookfield, 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 29.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Brookfield, VT · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Brookfield, 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
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.47 | $24.94 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.48 | $26.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Late night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
10 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 34m 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 Brookfield, VT to Springfield, VT covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Ridge Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Brookfield, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.33 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 70.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Stone Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (VT 66 / Vermont Route 66): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Brookfield, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
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