The drive from Hartford, VT to Starksboro, VT covers 98.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Vermont Route 116, Saint George Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 79.7 miles on I 89.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.92 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.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Hartford, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 98.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 1m highway drive covering 98.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 116. The longest continuous stretch is about 79.7 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 79.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 116. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near TH 132.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, VT to Starksboro, VT is easy. At 2h 1m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (TH 132): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 4 / Woodstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|TH 132
Turn right onto TH 132
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|US 4 / Woodstock Road
Turn left onto US 4 / Woodstock Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
82.4 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
6
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hartford, VT to Starksboro, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Essex Junction along the way.
Essex Junction
82.4 mi in|~1h 36m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
79.7 mi
1h 32m
Vermont Route 116
11.3 mi
16m
Saint George Road
3 mi
4m
Woodstock Road
2 mi
3m
Vermont Route 2A
2 mi
2m
V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
<1m
TH 132
<0.1 mi
<1m
Christian Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 79.7 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, VT and Starksboro, 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
80 mi·1 hr 32 min·I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 12Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
8
Turn left onto VT 2A
3.0 mi·4 min·Saint George Road
9
Continue on VT 2A
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 2A
10
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116
11 mi·16 min·Vermont Route 116
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
VT 116
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 49.5 miles from Hartford, VT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.7 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Starksboro, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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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 Hartford, VT
This is one driving day of about 98.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hartford, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 79.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.5 mi from Hartford, VT
· 58m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.92 one way
$31.84 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$17.52
$35.04
premium
$4.86
$18.94
$37.88
diesel
$5.61
$21.84
$43.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.7
0
$10.38
$4.75
Efficient EV
24.7
0
$8.65
$3.96
EV Truck/SUV
39.6
0
$13.85
$6.33
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hartford, VT
Late night
in Hartford on Friday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Starksboro, VT
Late night
in Starksboro on Friday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Waterbury, VT
49 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
15 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
2h 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 Starksboro, VT covers 98.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 116, Saint George Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.5 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 $15.92 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 Starksboro, VT is easy. At 2h 1m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (TH 132): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 4 / Woodstock Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Hartford, VT to Starksboro, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Essex Junction along the way.
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.
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NPS API.
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