Origin
Ferrisburgh, VT
Late night in Ferrisburgh on Monday
Local time
1:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ferrisburgh, VT to Springfield, VT
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
87.8 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
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6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ferrisburgh, VT
Vladimir Srajber
Springfield, VT
Raziella R
Trip Overview
Traveling from Ferrisburgh to Springfield spans 87.8 miles through the heart of Vermont, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance, assuming standard vehicle efficiency. The route primarily utilizes US 7, Vermont Route 103, and the Ethan Allen Highway to navigate across the state. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this drive offers a practical path through the Northeast without the complexity of cross-country travel.
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
43.9 miles from Ferrisburgh, 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 81% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 7, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 37 miles. The drive transitions between these primary corridors and Vermont Route 103, providing a consistent pace behind the wheel. While the road is designed for efficiency, stay alert as you move between these main arteries. It is a functional, direct drive that favors steady movement over winding backroads, allowing you to cover the nearly 90-mile distance with relative ease.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Vermont Route 103. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in near US 7.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ferrisburgh, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 22m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15 miles (US 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.9 miles (VT 103 / Vermont Route 103): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.9 mi into trip
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~19m in
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US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7 toward VT 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward VT 125
5
15 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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US 7
Right onto US 7 toward VT 125
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward VT 125
5
51.9 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Turn left onto VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 37 mi | 1h 1m |
| Vermont Route 103 | 18.8 mi | 28m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Vermont Route 10 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| River Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 37 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferrisburgh, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on US 7
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
2
Continue on US 7
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
3
Continue on US 7
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto US 7
348 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
5
Continue on US 7
37 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto VT 103
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Vermont Route 103
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
8
Turn slight left onto VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on VT 103
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
10
Continue on VT 10
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 10
11
Continue on VT 106
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
12
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With no mandatory stops built into the 2-hour and 22-minute duration, you can pace the drive according to your own needs for rest or refueling. Keep in mind that since you are primarily on major routes like US 7 and the Ethan Allen Highway, traffic patterns on these main roads will dictate your arrival time more than anything else. Plan to check your fuel gauge before starting, as the $14 estimate assumes you are ready to hit the road immediately. Given the highway-heavy nature of the trip, utilize your cruise control during that 37-mile stretch on US 7 to maintain a comfortable and steady speed.
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 43.9 miles from Ferrisburgh, VT, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 2h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.9 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 58m
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 Ferrisburgh, 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 Ferrisburgh, VT
This is one driving day of about 87.8 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ferrisburgh, 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 US 7 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.9 mi from Ferrisburgh, VT · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 43.9 miles from Ferrisburgh, 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
$14.05 one way
$28.11 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.41 | $30.81 |
| premium | $4.83 | $16.69 | $33.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.51 | $39.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.22 | $4.21 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.68 | $3.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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 Monday
Local time
1:37 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
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
2h 22m 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 Ferrisburgh, VT to Springfield, VT covers 87.8 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Vermont Route 103, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.9 miles from Ferrisburgh, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.05 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 Ferrisburgh, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 22m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (US 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15 miles (US 7): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.9 miles (VT 103 / Vermont Route 103): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ferrisburgh, VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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