If you are looking to traverse Vermont from Springfield to Barnet, this 83.4-mile trip is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes. Because it is a compact drive, it works perfectly as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the trip, making it an efficient way to transit between these two Northeast locations. While the route is primarily highway-focused, it serves as a reliable connection through the state. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this route offers a predictable and practical path for your travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 83.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a very consistent experience behind the wheel, as roughly 94% of this route takes place on the highway. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 78.6 miles—traveling along the I-91 corridor. While the journey begins and ends with short segments on local streets like Charlestown Road and Clinton Street, the bulk of your drive is a high-speed interstate experience. The lack of required stops means you can maintain a steady pace throughout the entire 1 hour and 41 minutes. It is a functional, highway-focused drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 78.6 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 around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 41m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.9 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91 North
3
4.2 mi into trip|~8m in|I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
82.7 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward Barnet, Peacham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward Barnet, Peacham
5
83 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|Bimson Drive
Turn right onto Bimson Drive
Navigation decision point
4
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
78.6 mi
1h 30m
Charlestown Road
2.3 mi
3m
Clinton Street
1.3 mi
2m
Church Street
0.3 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Bimson Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Monument Circle
<0.1 mi
<1m
Anderson Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 78.6 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Barnet, VT.
1
Start on VT 11
0.3 mi·50 sec·Main Street
2
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi·2 min·Clinton Street
3
Continue on VT 11
2.3 mi·3 min·Charlestown Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 91 North
5
Merge onto I 91
79 mi·1 hr 30 min·I 91
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 18Toward Barnet, Peacham
7
Turn right onto Bimson Drive
385 ft·12 sec·Bimson Drive
8
Turn left onto Church Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Church Street
9
Turn slight left onto Monument Circle
175 ft·7 sec·Monument Circle
10
Arrive at destination
Anderson Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because you are spending almost the entire duration on I-91, keep an eye on traffic reports for that major artery before you head out. With a fuel budget of $13, it is wise to fill up your tank in Springfield before hitting the highway to avoid potential price fluctuations on the road. Since the longest stretch is 78.6 miles on the interstate, take advantage of the cruise control feature to keep your speed steady and comfortable. Planning for a single, continuous push is the most efficient way to handle this 83.4-mile trek.
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 41.7 miles from Springfield, VT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.6 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 51m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barnet, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, VT
This is one driving day of about 83.4 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Springfield, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 78.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.7 mi from Springfield, VT
· 51m into the drive
The midpoint is around 41.7 miles from Springfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.6 miles.
Arriving in Barnet, VT
The final approach into Barnet, 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.
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 25.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.43 one way
$26.85 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.77
$29.54
premium
$4.86
$15.97
$31.94
diesel
$5.61
$18.41
$36.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.76
$4.00
Efficient EV
20.9
0
$7.30
$3.34
EV Truck/SUV
33.4
0
$11.68
$5.34
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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 15, 2026
Origin
Springfield, VT
Evening
in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
5:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Barnet, VT
Evening
in Barnet on Thursday
Local time
5:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Hanover, NH
42 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
12 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 41m 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 Springfield, VT to Barnet, VT covers 83.4 miles and takes about 1h 41m 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 41.7 miles from Springfield, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.43 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 Springfield, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 41m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Springfield, VT to Barnet, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
