Origin
Middlebury (village), VT
Late night in Middlebury (village) on Monday
Local time
1:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
73.6 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
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6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middlebury (village), VT
Matt Barnard
Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT covers 73.6 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 7, Vermont Route 103, Vermont Route 103 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37 miles on US 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.78 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
36.8 miles from Middlebury (village), VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 4m highway drive covering 73.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 7 and Vermont Route 103. The longest continuous stretch is about 37 miles on US 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Vermont Route 103. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Maple Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 4m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Seymour Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 7 / North Pleasant Street): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Maple Street
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Seymour Street
Turn right onto Seymour Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 7 / North Pleasant Street
Merge onto US 7 / North Pleasant Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7 toward VT 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward VT 125
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 7
Right onto US 7 toward VT 125
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward VT 125
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 37 mi | 1h 1m |
| Vermont Route 103 | 18.8 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Vermont Route 10 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Pond Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Seymour Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 37 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlebury (village), VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
94 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
517 ft
·
32 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Continue on Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Continue on Middle Seymour Street
519 ft
·
25 sec
·
Middle Seymour Street
5
Turn right onto Seymour Street
252 ft
·
8 sec
·
Seymour Street
6
Continue on Seymour Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Seymour Street
7
Merge onto US 7
199 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Pleasant Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 7
348 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
9
Continue on US 7
37 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto VT 103
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Vermont Route 103
11
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
12
Turn slight left onto VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on VT 103
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
14
Continue on VT 10
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 10
15
Continue on VT 106
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
16
Arrive at destination
VT 11
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 36.8 miles from Middlebury (village), VT, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 73.6 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 45m
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 Middlebury (village), 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 Middlebury (village), VT
This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Middlebury (village), VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 7 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Middlebury (village), VT · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Middlebury (village), 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
$11.78 one way
$23.56 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.91 | $25.83 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.35 | $32.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 Monday
Local time
1:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
2 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 4m 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 Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT covers 73.6 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Vermont Route 103, Vermont Route 103 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Middlebury (village), VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.78 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 Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 4m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Seymour Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 7 / North Pleasant Street): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Middlebury (village), VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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