Origin
Springfield, VT
Evening in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
5:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, VT to Manchester, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
38.7 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, VT
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Manchester, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to traverse southern Vermont, the 38.7-mile connection between Springfield and Manchester is a straightforward choice. Clocking in at approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes, this journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You will primarily rely on Vermont Route 11 and its western extension, supplemented by Simonsville Road, to make the transit. With a fuel budget of about $6, it is an economical route that keeps you moving through the Northeast without the need for an overnight stay. Since both towns are located within Vermont, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel as you transition across the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 38.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of your journey spent on faster, more direct roads. You will find yourself navigating a mix of speeds, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 17.1 miles on Vermont Route 11. The road transitions smoothly, allowing you to settle into a rhythm once you clear the initial sections. While it maintains a practical pace, the route avoids the monotony of a purely interstate grind by shifting between highway stretches and secondary connectors. Expect a functional drive that prioritizes efficiency as you move between these two Vermont hubs.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, VT to Manchester, VT is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, VT to Manchester, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | — | — |
| Chester Road | — | — |
| Route 11 East | — | — |
| Pleasant Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Route 11 West | — | — |
| Simonsville Road | — | — |
| Route 11 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Park Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, VT and Manchester, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
95 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Park Street
243 ft
·
8 sec
·
Park Street
3
Continue on Park Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Chester Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Chester Road
5
Continue on Vermont Route 11 East
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 11 East
6
Continue on Pleasant Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Street
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on Vermont Route 11 West
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
9
Continue on Simonsville Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
10
Continue on Vermont Route 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
11
Continue on North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on Vermont Route 11
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11
13
Continue on Depot Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
14
Continue on Depot Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Depot Street
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
180 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
16
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Main Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
18
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
19
Turn right onto Seminary Avenue
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
Seminary Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Springfield, VT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Springfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manchester, VT
The final approach into Manchester, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.23 one way
$12.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.85 | $13.71 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.54 | $17.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Manchester, VT
Evening in Manchester on Thursday
Local time
5:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Londonderry, VT
19 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
3 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 8m 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 Manchester, VT covers 38.7 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Street, Chester Road, Route 11 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 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 $6.23 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 Manchester, VT is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, VT to Manchester, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Springfield, VT to Manchester, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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