Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
56.2 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Castleton, VT
Lewis Ashton
Hartford, VT
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This 56.2-mile journey from Castleton to Hartford, Vermont, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a relaxed, turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $9, suggesting an economical outing. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing ample time to enjoy the drive and your destination. You'll stay within the Northeast region and within the state of Vermont for the entirety of your travel.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 56.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a decidedly local feel on this 56.2-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. The profile is described as 'Turn-heavy local drive,' indicating a need for attention to navigation and frequent adjustments. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall character suggests a winding, potentially scenic, and engaging drive through Vermont's landscape. You'll be covering ground at a more leisurely pace than on major highways, with the roads likely taking you through smaller communities and varied terrain.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Castleton, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 1h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Castleton, VT to Hartford, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| East Hubbardton Road | — | — |
| Route 4 | — | — |
| Woodstock Avenue | — | — |
| Route 4 East | — | — |
| West Woodstock Road | — | — |
| River Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Castleton, VT and Hartford, VT.
Start on the route
Turn right onto South Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto East Hubbardton Road
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left onto U.S. Route 4
Turn left
Turn right onto Woodstock Avenue
Continue on U.S. Route 4 East
Continue on West Woodstock Road
Continue on River Street
Continue on Church Street
Continue on The Green
Turn slight right onto Central Street
Continue on Pleasant Street
Turn left onto Woodstock Road
Continue on U.S. Route 4
Continue on Woodstock Road
Turn right
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
Arrive at your destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.1 mi from Castleton, VT · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from Castleton, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hartford, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.05 one way
$18.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.95 | $19.91 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Castleton on Friday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Hartford on Friday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
36°F
Ludlow, VT
28 mi in
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.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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