Origin
Hartford, VT
Morning in Hartford on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Barnet, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
50.3 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, VT
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Barnet, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward journey through Vermont, the 50.3-mile trip from Hartford to Barnet is an ideal choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 1 hour and 1 minute, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With fuel costs estimated at around $8, it is a budget-friendly way to navigate the Northeast region. Since the route is entirely contained within Vermont, you will experience consistent regional character throughout the trip. Whether you are commuting or just exploring, the simplicity of this path allows for a stress-free travel experience. There is no need to plan for an overnight stay, as the duration is short enough to handle in one go.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 50.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 95% of your travel takes place on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-91, which accounts for a 47.9-mile stretch of the journey. This interstate-focused profile ensures a fast-paced drive, though you will start and end your trip by navigating local roads like Christian Street and Bugbee Street. While the interstate portion offers a predictable and steady ride, the transition onto local streets provides a brief change of pace as you reach your destination. Overall, this is a utilitarian drive designed for speed and directness rather than winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 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 47.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Christian Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Bugbee Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 1m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Bugbee Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Bugbee Street
Turn sharp right onto Bugbee Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 North
6
49.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward Barnet, Peacham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward Barnet, Peacham
5
49.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Bimson Drive
Turn right onto Bimson Drive
Navigation decision point
4
49.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 47.9 mi | 55m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bugbee Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Bimson Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Monument Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Anderson Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 47.9 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Barnet, VT.
1
Start on Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
2
Turn sharp right onto Bugbee Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bugbee Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 91 North
4
Merge onto I 91
48 mi
·
55 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 18
Toward Barnet, Peacham
6
Turn right onto Bimson Drive
385 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bimson Drive
7
Turn left onto Church Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
8
Turn slight left onto Monument Circle
175 ft
·
7 sec
·
Monument Circle
9
Arrive at destination
Anderson Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Hartford, VT · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Hartford, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barnet, VT
The final approach into Barnet, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.10 one way
$16.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Barnet, VT
Morning in Barnet on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bradford, VT
25 mi in
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m 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 Hartford, VT to Barnet, VT covers 50.3 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Christian Street, Bugbee Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Hartford, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.10 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 Hartford, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 1m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Bugbee Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hartford, VT to Barnet, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
How this page is built
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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