Origin
Hartford, VT
Night in Hartford on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
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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Lincoln, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT covers 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on V, Woodstock Road, VT 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
33.9 miles from Hartford, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 44m drive with frequent turns across 67.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
V is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT is easy. At 1h 44m 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 Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| V | — | — |
| Woodstock Road | — | — |
| VT 64 | — | — |
| VT 64 West | — | — |
| Route 64 | — | — |
| Lovers Lane | — | — |
| Route 12A | — | — |
| Roxbury Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
V
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Lincoln, VT.
1
Start on Christian Street
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
Christian Street
2
Continue on V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
3
Turn right
144 ft
·
10 sec
4
Turn left onto Woodstock Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodstock Road
5
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
44 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
8
Turn slight left onto VT 64 West: Norwich University, Northfield
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
VT 64 West: Norwich University, Northfield
9
Turn left onto Vermont Route 64
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 64
10
Continue on Lovers Lane
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lovers Lane
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 12A
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 12A
12
Continue on Roxbury Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Roxbury Road
13
Turn right onto Warren Mountain Road
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Warren Mountain Road
14
Continue on Roxburry Mountain Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Roxburry Mountain Road
15
Turn left onto Brook Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brook Road
16
Turn left onto Flat Iron Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Flat Iron Road
17
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto Covered Bridge Road
167 ft
·
9 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
19
Continue on Covered Bridge Road
518 ft
·
18 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
20
Keep slight right to continue on Covered Bridge Road
384 ft
·
16 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
21
Turn left onto Vermont Route 100
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
22
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Gap Road
7.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
23
Continue on East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
24
Turn slight right onto Quaker Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quaker Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 33.9 miles from Hartford, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 52m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hartford, VT
This is one driving day of about 67.8 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Hartford, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Hartford, VT · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Hartford, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lincoln, VT
The final approach into Lincoln, 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
$10.91 one way
$21.83 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.98 | $25.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Lincoln, VT
Night in Lincoln on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Northfield, VT
34 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
16 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 44m 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 Lincoln, VT covers 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are V, Woodstock Road, VT 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.9 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 $10.91 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 Lincoln, VT is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hartford, VT to Lincoln, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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