Origin
Springfield, VT
Late night in Springfield on Monday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Bellows Falls, VT
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, VT
Raziella R
Bellows Falls, VT
Marta Wave
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Vermont towns, the 14-mile journey from Springfield to Bellows Falls is an efficient way to travel. Expect to spend about 21 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can easily budget roughly $2 for fuel for this short hop, keeping your travel expenses minimal. Navigating this route involves a mix of I-91, Rockingham Road, and Charlestown Road, providing a straightforward connection within the Northeast region. Because the duration is so brief, this drive offers great flexibility for your schedule, whether you are commuting or just exploring the local area.
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
7 miles from Springfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that balances speed with local connectivity. You will spend about 45% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 6.3 miles on I-91. After transitioning off the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate via Rockingham Road and Charlestown Road. This combination keeps the pace varied, moving you from higher-speed highway travel into more localized transit. It is a functional route that transitions quickly, allowing you to reach your destination without the fatigue of a long-haul interstate grind.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 6.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near I 91.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Springfield, VT to Bellows Falls, VT is easy. At 21m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
10.2 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Rockingham Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Charlestown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Rockingham Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Westminster Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 6.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Bellows Falls, 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
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
5
Merge onto I 91
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 5, VT 103: Rockingham, Bellows Falls
7
Turn right onto VT 103
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockingham Road
8
Continue on US 5
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Rockingham Street
9
Continue on US 5
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockingham Street
10
Arrive at destination
US 5
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 14-mile excursion, you have plenty of freedom to plan your departure time without worrying about major traffic delays or the need for mid-trip rest stops. You will find that the lack of required stops makes for a very direct journey between these two Vermont locations. Keep in mind that because the longest highway segment is only 6.3 miles, you should pay close attention to your navigation as you exit I-91 toward the local roads. Ensure your tank is topped off if you plan to continue further, though the $2 fuel estimate confirms this is a very economical leg of your travels. Use this efficiency to your advantage by keeping your schedule flexible for whatever your plans are upon arrival in Bellows Falls.
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 7 miles from Springfield, VT, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.3 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellows Falls, 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.
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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 Springfield, VT
This is one driving day of about 14 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, 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 I 91 for about 6.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Springfield, VT · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Springfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bellows Falls, VT
The final approach into Bellows Falls, 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 Bellows Falls, 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
$2.24 one way
$4.48 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| premium | $4.83 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Bellows Falls, VT
Late night in Bellows Falls on Monday
Local time
12:19 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
21m 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 Bellows Falls, VT covers 14 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Rockingham Road, Charlestown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 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 $2.24 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 Bellows Falls, VT is easy. At 21m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Springfield, VT to Bellows Falls, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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