The drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Springfield, VT covers 92.6 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Charlestown Road, Clinton Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 87.2 miles on I 91.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.91 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
46.3 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 92.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 92.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Charlestown Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 87.2 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 9 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 87.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Charlestown Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 50m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
88.7 mi into trip|~1h 43m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
87.2 mi
1h 40m
Charlestown Road
2 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Railroad Street
1.1 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Portland Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 87.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Johnsbury, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on US 2
105 ft·7 sec·Portland Street
2
Turn left onto US 2; US 5
1.1 mi·1 min·Railroad Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
4
Merge onto I 91
87 mi·1 hr 40 min·I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 7Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
6
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
7
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
8
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
9
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 46.3 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.2 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 54m 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 28m
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 Saint Johnsbury, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 87.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Saint Johnsbury, VT
· 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.72
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.10
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.96
$5.93
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Saint Johnsbury, VT
Late night
in Saint Johnsbury on Saturday
Local time
3:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, VT
Late night
in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
3:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 1 to 9 mph77% chanceLive forecast
50°F
Hanover, NH
46 mi in
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
43 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 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Springfield, VT covers 92.6 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Charlestown Road, Clinton 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 46.3 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.91 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 Saint Johnsbury, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 1h 50m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Springfield, 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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
