Origin
Orange County, VT
Late night in Orange County on Friday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
54m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orange County, VT
Efrem Efre
Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT covers 31.8 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vermont Route 113, I 91, Christian Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.7 miles on Vermont Route 113. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 31.8 miles, with most of the trip on Vermont Route 113 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.7 miles on Vermont Route 113.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 113 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 113 and I 91. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near VT 113 / Vermont Route 113.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 54m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (VT 113 / Vermont Route 113): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
VT 113 / Vermont Route 113
At end of road, turn left onto VT 113 / Vermont Route 113
Navigation decision point
7
18.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 South: Norwich, White River Junction
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 91 South: Norwich, White River Junctio...
3
18.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
30.3 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
30.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
Christian Street
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
18.3 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 113 | 16.7 mi | 31m |
| I 91 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Christian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Vershire Riding School Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Goose Green Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bugbee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 113
— 16.7 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange County, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on Vershire Riding School Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Vershire Riding School Road
2
Turn slight right onto Goose Green Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Green Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto VT 113
17 mi
·
31 min
·
Vermont Route 113
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 91 South: Norwich, White River Junction
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 91
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward Wilder, White River Junction
7
Turn right onto Bugbee Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bugbee Street
8
Turn sharp left onto Christian Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Christian Street
9
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Orange County, VT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Orange County, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, VT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hartford, VT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.12 one way
$10.24 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.63 | $11.27 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hartford, VT
Late night in Hartford on Friday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Strafford, VT
16 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
12 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
54m 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 Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT covers 31.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 113, I 91, Christian Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Orange County, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.12 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 Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT is easy. At 54m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (VT 113 / Vermont Route 113): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Orange County, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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