Origin
Hartford, VT
Morning in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Lyndonville, VT
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The drive from Hartford, VT to Lyndonville, VT covers 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Christian Street, Broad Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.6 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 67.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 20m highway drive covering 67.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Christian Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.6 miles on I 91.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
826 ft
Total Descent
509 ft
Highest Point
846 ft
~33.9 mi in
Elevation Range
453 ft
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Lyndonville, VT is easy. At 1h 20m 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 1.7 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp right onto Bugbee Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the ramp toward I 91 North
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 5 / Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 64.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bugbee Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Lyndonville, VT.
Start on Christian Street
Turn sharp right onto Bugbee Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 5
Continue on US 5
Turn left onto VT 122 ALT
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Hartford, VT · 40m 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Hartford, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.6 miles.
The final approach into Lyndonville, 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.
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.03 | $24.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.00 | $26.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 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 | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Lyndonville on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
51°F
Newbury, VT
34 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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