Origin
Marshfield, VT
Late night in Marshfield on Saturday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Marshfield, VT to Hartford, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marshfield, VT
Tom Fisk
Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Marshfield, VT to Hartford, VT covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, State Forest Road, Vermont Route 232 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 63.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and State Forest Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 38 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and State Forest Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (VT 232 / Vermont Route 232): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 302 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn right onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
VT 232 / Vermont Route 232
Turn right onto VT 232 / Vermont Route 232
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 302 / Scott Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 302 / Scott Highway
Navigation decision point
6
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward Wilder, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
5
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 38 mi | 43m |
| State Forest Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 232 | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| Route 302 | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Scott Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 302 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 38 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshfield, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on School Street
136 ft
·
8 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 2
3
Turn right onto VT 232
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 232
4
Continue on VT 232
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
State Forest Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 302
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Scott Highway
6
Continue on US 302
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 302
7
Continue on US 302
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 302
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 91
9
Merge onto I 91
38 mi
·
43 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
11
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bugbee Street
12
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
13
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Marshfield, VT · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Marshfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, VT
The final approach into Hartford, 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
$10.17 one way
$20.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.19 | $22.39 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
1h 26m 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 Marshfield, VT to Hartford, VT covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, State Forest Road, Vermont Route 232. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.6 miles from Marshfield, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.17 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (VT 232 / Vermont Route 232): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 302 / Scott Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Marshfield, VT to Hartford, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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