Origin
Dorset, VT
Night in Dorset on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
82.2 mi
132 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dorset, VT
Phil Ledwith
Hartford, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
If you are planning a transit between Dorset and Hartford, Vermont, expect a straightforward journey covering 82.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Vermont Route 11/30, Rockingham Road, and I-91 to navigate the Northeast landscape. Budget roughly $13 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Given the efficient nature of this route, it serves as a practical connection for those looking to move between these two Vermont towns without unnecessary complications.
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
41.1 miles from Dorset, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 76% of this drive consists of high-speed travel. The road transitions from local connectors like Vermont Route 11/30 and Rockingham Road onto the broader lanes of I-91. You should prepare for a consistent pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.8 miles on the interstate. While the initial segments require more focused navigation, the latter half of the trip settles into a reliable highway rhythm. It is a functional drive designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 11 30. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 1h 59m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.2 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
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VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
6.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
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VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
45.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Jun...
5
80.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m 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
5
80.4 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
45.3 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 34.8 mi | 40m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 11 West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Simonsville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Depot Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 34.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorset, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on VT 30
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 30
2
Continue on VT 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Bonnet Street
3
Enter roundabout onto VT 7A; VT 30
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on VT 7A; VT 30
180 ft
·
4 sec
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Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto VT 11; VT 30
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Street
6
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Depot Street
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
8
Continue on VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on VT 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
10
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
11
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
12
Continue on VT 11
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
14
Continue on VT 103
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockingham Road
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
16
Merge onto I 91
35 mi
·
40 min
·
I 91
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
18
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
20
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
21
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
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TH 132
23
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
24
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road when you prefer to arrive, as there are no mandated stops required to finish the 82.2-mile journey. Since the route is heavily reliant on I-91, keep a close eye on interstate traffic flow to ensure your two-hour estimate remains accurate. Remember that your fuel budget is modest at $13, so topping off your tank before leaving Dorset is a smart way to avoid mid-trip errands. Use the freedom of this short itinerary to build your own schedule around the needs of your day.
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 41.1 miles from Dorset, VT, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 43m
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 Dorset, 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 Dorset, VT
This is one driving day of about 82.2 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dorset, 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 91 for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Dorset, VT · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 41.1 miles from Dorset, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, VT
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hartford, 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
$13.16 one way
$26.32 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.42 | $28.85 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.62 | $31.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
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: 28.8 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 | 24.7 | 0 | $8.63 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
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
Hartford, VT
Night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
1 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 59m 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 Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT covers 82.2 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Vermont Route 11 30, Rockingham 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 41.1 miles from Dorset, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.16 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.
The drive from Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 1h 59m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (VT 7A; VT 30 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.2 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Depot Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Dorset, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
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