Origin
Starksboro, VT
Afternoon in Starksboro on Thursday
Local time
4:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
90.7 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT covers 90.7 miles and takes about 2h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 116, North 116 Road, Rockydale Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.60 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
45.3 miles from Starksboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 90.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 28m drive with frequent turns across 90.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 116 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 Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 28m 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 Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 116 | — | — |
| North 116 Road | — | — |
| Rockydale Road | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| West Street | — | — |
| Stony Hill Road | — | — |
| South 116 Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 116
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starksboro, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Vermont Route 116
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 116
2
Continue on North 116 Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
3
Continue on Rockydale Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
4
Continue on East Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
5
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on West Street
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Street
7
Continue on Stony Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
8
Turn left onto South 116 Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South 116 Road
9
Continue on South 116 Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 116 Road
10
Continue on Case Street
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
11
Turn right onto Ossie Road
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Ossie Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 7 South
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
13
Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
14
Continue on Conant Square
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Conant Square
15
Continue on Center Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Center Street
16
Continue on Franklin Street
14 mi
·
23 min
·
Franklin Street
17
Continue on North Main Street
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Main Street
18
Turn left onto Vermont Route 103
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Vermont Route 103
19
Continue on Pond Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
20
Turn slight left onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
21
Continue on Vermont Route 103 South
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
22
Continue on Vermont Route 10
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 10
23
Continue on River Street
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
River Street
24
Arrive at your destination
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 45.3 miles from Starksboro, VT, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Starksboro, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Starksboro, VT
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Starksboro, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Starksboro, VT · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.3 miles from Starksboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, VT
The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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
$14.60 one way
$29.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.07 | $32.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.37 | $34.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.03 | $40.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
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.
Destination
Springfield, VT
Afternoon in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
4:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
2h 28m 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 Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT covers 90.7 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 116, North 116 Road, Rockydale Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 miles from Starksboro, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.60 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 Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 2h 28m 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 Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Starksboro, VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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