Origin
Manchester, VT
Late night in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, VT
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Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Manchester and Springfield, Vermont, covers a manageable 38.6-mile stretch that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly option for your Northeast travels. The route relies primarily on Vermont Route 11 and 30, keeping you moving efficiently through the state. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a straightforward connection between these two Vermont towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with highway-focused roads making up 63% of your journey. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating Vermont Route 11, which serves as the backbone of this connection. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.5-mile segment along Vermont Route 11 and 30. While the road personality leans toward a steady, functional pace, the transition between these state routes keeps the drive feeling active rather than monotonous. You should anticipate a consistent driving experience as you move across the Vermont landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Depot Street | — | — |
| Route 11 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Simonsville Road | — | — |
| Route 11 West | — | — |
| Pleasant Street | — | — |
| Route 11 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Seminary Avenue
89 ft
·
7 sec
·
Seminary Avenue
2
Turn slight left onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
4
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Main Street
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Depot Street
7 ft
·
Depot Street
6
Exit the roundabout onto Depot Street
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Depot Street
7
Continue on Vermont Route 11 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
8
Continue on North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on Vermont Route 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
10
Continue on Simonsville Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
11
Continue on Vermont Route 11 West
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
12
Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Pleasant Street
14
Continue on Vermont Route 11 East
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 11 East
15
Continue on Chester Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Chester Road
16
Turn right onto Park Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
17
Turn right onto Main Street
95 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Manchester, VT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Manchester, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.21 one way
$12.43 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.84 | $13.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Londonderry, VT
19 mi in
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
3 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 8m 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 Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT covers 38.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Depot Street, Route 11. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Manchester, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.21 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 Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Manchester, VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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