Origin
Hubbard Corner, VT
Morning in Hubbard Corner on Friday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hubbard Corner, VT
Matt Barnard
Richford, VT
Andrea Davis
This 33.7-mile drive from Hubbard Corner, VT, to Richford, VT, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 50 minutes to complete. Primarily following Vermont Route 105, Sheldon Road, and Sampsonville Road, this route offers a mixed driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $5, it's a budget-friendly excursion. The journey is entirely within Vermont's Northeast region, providing a straightforward connection between two points in the state. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's ideal for a quick trip or as part of a larger New England adventure.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 33.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 42% of the journey on highway sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.1 miles along Vermont Route 105, offering a consistent pace. As you transition between Vermont Route 105, Sheldon Road, and Sampsonville Road, the character of the drive will evolve, likely shifting between more open highway and potentially more winding or localized roads. This variation keeps the driving experience engaging without being overly demanding.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hubbard Corner, VT to Richford, VT is easy. At 50m with 42% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (VT 105 / Seymour Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (VT 105 / Sheldon Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto VT 105 / Seymour Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105 / Sheldon Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto VT 139 / River Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Sheldon Road | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Sampsonville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 105 East | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Saint Albans Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Georgia Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hubbard Corner, VT and Richford, VT.
Start on Robert Newton Road
Turn right onto US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Turn right onto VT 105
Continue on VT 105
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
Turn slight right onto VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
At end of road, turn right onto VT 139
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.9 mi from Hubbard Corner, VT · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Hubbard Corner, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Richford, VT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.43 one way
$10.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.45 | $12.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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 Hubbard Corner on Friday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Richford on Friday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
49°F
Franklin, VT
17 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 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. 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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