The drive from Morrisville, VT to Springfield, VT covers 114 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, I 91, Waterbury Stowe Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.1 miles on I 89.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.71 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.
Midpoint
57 miles from Morrisville, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 114 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 114 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.1 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 100 / Lower Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 7 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 (VT 100 / Lower Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|VT 100 / Lower Main Street
Turn right onto VT 100 / Lower Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.6 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
5
81.9 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
82.2 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
110.1 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Morrisville, VT and Springfield, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
Montpelier
18.6 mi in|~32m
White River
81.9 mi in|~1h 45m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
63.1 mi
1h 12m
I 91
27.8 mi
32m
Waterbury Stowe Road
6.1 mi
10m
Laporte Road
4.8 mi
7m
Pucker Street
2.6 mi
4m
Waterbury Road
2.2 mi
3m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Main Street
1.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrisville, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on VT 100
21 ft·2 sec·Portland Street
2
Turn right onto VT 100
0.1 mi·12 sec·Lower Main Street
3
Turn left onto VT 100
0.4 mi·47 sec·Jersey Heights
4
Continue on VT 100
0.2 mi·23 sec·Laporte Road
5
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi·7 min·Laporte Road
6
Continue on VT 100
2.6 mi·4 min·Pucker Street
7
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Maple Street
8
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi·3 min·Main Street
9
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi·3 min·Waterbury Road
10
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi·10 min·Waterbury Stowe Road
11
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi·41 sec·Vermont Route 100
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
13
Merge onto I 89
63 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 89
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
16
Merge onto I 91
28 mi·32 min·I 91
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
18
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
19
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
20
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
21
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 57 miles from Morrisville, VT, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 25 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57 miles or 1h 17m 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 59m
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 Morrisville, 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 Morrisville, VT
This is one driving day of about 114 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Morrisville, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57 mi from Morrisville, VT
· 1h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.71 one way
$35.41 round trip
$3.95/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$20.00
$40.01
premium
$4.86
$21.80
$43.61
diesel
$6.00
$26.92
$53.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.2
0
$11.97
$5.47
Efficient EV
28.5
0
$9.98
$4.56
EV Truck/SUV
45.6
0
$15.96
$7.30
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Morrisville, VT
Morning
in Morrisville on Saturday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Morning
in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
6:21 AM
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 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 Morrisville, VT to Springfield, VT covers 114 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Waterbury Stowe Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57 miles from Morrisville, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.71 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 2h 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 100 / Lower Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Morrisville, VT and Springfield, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
