Origin
Lincoln, VT
Night in Lincoln on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
85.1 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincoln, VT
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Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT covers 85.1 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East River Road, Lincoln Gap Road, Route 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.70 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
42.5 miles from Lincoln, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 22m drive with frequent turns across 85.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East River Road 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 Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 22m 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 Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East River Road | — | — |
| Lincoln Gap Road | — | — |
| Route 100 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Route 100 South | — | — |
| Route 4 | — | — |
| Route 103 North | — | — |
| Pond Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East River Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Quaker Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
Quaker Street
2
Turn slight left onto East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
3
Continue on Lincoln Gap Road
7.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
4
Continue on Lincoln Gap Road
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Lincoln Gap Road
5
Turn right onto Vermont Route 100
18 mi
·
29 min
·
Vermont Route 100
6
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on Vermont Route 100 South
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 100 South
8
Continue on Vermont Route 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 100
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto Vermont Route 100
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 100
10
Continue on Vermont Route 100
420 ft
·
7 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
11
Merge slight right onto U.S. Route 4
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Route 4
12
Turn right onto Vermont Route 100
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Vermont Route 100
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 103 North
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
14
Continue on Pond Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
15
Turn slight left onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on Vermont Route 103 South
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
17
Continue on Vermont Route 10
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 10
18
Continue on River Street
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
19
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 42.5 miles from Lincoln, VT, or about 1h 11m 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 19 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.5 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, VT
This is one driving day of about 85.1 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lincoln, 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 42.5 mi from Lincoln, VT · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Lincoln, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, VT
The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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
$13.70 one way
$27.40 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.07 | $30.15 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.30 | $32.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.79 | $37.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.94 | $4.08 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.45 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Springfield, VT
Night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 22m 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 Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT covers 85.1 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East River Road, Lincoln Gap Road, Route 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.5 miles from Lincoln, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.70 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 Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 22m 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 Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lincoln, VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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