Origin
Hartford, VT
Night in Hartford on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Ferrisburgh, VT
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
81.5 mi
131 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 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, VT
Andrea Davis
Ferrisburgh, VT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
Spanning 81.5 miles across Vermont, this trip from Hartford to Ferrisburgh is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Northeast, you will primarily utilize I-89 and Vermont Route 125 to complete the trek. This route offers a practical, efficient way to traverse the state, making it a great option if you prefer a direct transit rather than a multi-day road trip adventure.
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
40.8 miles from Hartford, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is heavily highway-focused, with 71% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. The experience begins with a consistent interstate flow, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.2 miles on I-89. As you transition off the interstate and onto Vermont Route 125 and North Pleasant Street, the personality of the road shifts from a fast-paced transit to a more localized driving experience. You will find that the route balances the efficiency of major thoroughfares with the change of pace found on smaller regional roads. It is a functional drive that requires steady attention, moving you efficiently through the Vermont landscape.
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 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 125. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
20.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
4
34.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
4
46.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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VT 125 / Vermont Route 125
Turn left onto VT 125 / Vermont Route 125
Navigation decision point
4
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
US 7 / North Pleasant Street
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / North Pleasant Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hartford, VT to Ferrisburgh, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
Royalton
20.9 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 18.2 mi | 21m |
| Vermont Route 125 | 13 mi | 20m |
| North Pleasant Street | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 8 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 100 North | 4 mi | 6m |
| River Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 18.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Ferrisburgh, VT.
1
Start on Christian Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
Christian Street
2
Continue on V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
3
Turn right onto TH 132
144 ft
·
10 sec
·
TH 132
4
Turn left onto US 4
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodstock Road
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 89
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
8
Turn right onto VT 107
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
9
Continue on VT 107
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto VT 107
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
River Street
11
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 107
12
Turn right onto VT 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 100
13
Continue on VT 100
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 100
14
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on VT 100
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 100 North
16
Turn left onto VT 125
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Vermont Route 125
17
Continue on VT 125
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
18
Turn right onto US 7; VT 125
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
19
Continue on US 7; VT 125
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Court Street
20
Enter roundabout onto US 7
375 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Pleasant Street
21
Continue on US 7
10 mi
·
13 min
·
North Pleasant Street
Use the none lane.
22
Continue on US 7
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
23
Continue on US 7
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
24
Arrive at destination
US 7
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road early helps you avoid any potential peak traffic. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the data, you can easily pace the trip according to your personal comfort level. Be prepared for the transition from the interstate to the local roads by keeping an eye on your navigation as you exit I-89. With a fuel cost of only $13, it is an economical route, but ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Hartford to avoid searching for stations along the way. Use the shorter duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Ferrisburgh for midday, giving you the entire afternoon to settle in.
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 40.8 miles from Hartford, VT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 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 in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.8 miles or 58m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ferrisburgh, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hartford, 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.
+
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 Hartford, VT
This is one driving day of about 81.5 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hartford, 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 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.8 mi from Hartford, VT · 58m 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
Arriving in Ferrisburgh, VT
The final approach into Ferrisburgh, 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 Ferrisburgh, 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
$13.05 one way
$26.09 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.30 | $28.60 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.11 | $36.21 |
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: 28.5 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 | 24.5 | 0 | $8.56 | $3.91 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.41 | $5.22 |
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
Ferrisburgh, VT
Night in Ferrisburgh on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
41 mi in
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
2 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 2m 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 Ferrisburgh, VT covers 81.5 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 125, North Pleasant 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 40.8 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 $13.05 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Hartford, VT to Ferrisburgh, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
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