Origin
Townshend, VT
Afternoon in Townshend on Wednesday
Local time
3:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Townshend, VT to Hartford, VT
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Townshend, VT
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Hartford, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Townshend, VT to Hartford, VT covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Route 35, Saxtons River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.40 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.2 miles from Townshend, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 58.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Route 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.8 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 23 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 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Route 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in near VT 121 / Route 121 East.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (VT 121 / Route 121 East): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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VT 121 / Route 121 East
Turn right onto VT 121 / Route 121 East
Navigation decision point
5
21.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Jun...
5
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 5: White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
4
56.6 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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US 5 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 5 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
56.7 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Townshend, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
21.4 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 34.8 mi | 40m |
| Route 35 | 5 mi | 10m |
| Saxtons River Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Grafton Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Rockingham Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Route 121 | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Athens Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Woodstock Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 34.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Townshend, VT and Hartford, VT.
1
Start on VT 35
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Grafton Road
2
Continue on VT 35
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Athens Road
3
Continue on VT 35
5.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Route 35
4
Continue on VT 35
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Athens Road
5
Turn right onto VT 121
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Route 121 East
6
Continue on VT 121
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saxtons River Road
7
Continue on VT 121
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on VT 121
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Saxtons River Road
9
Continue on VT 121
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 121
10
Continue on VT 121
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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Old Terrace
11
Turn left onto Atkinson Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Atkinson Street
12
Turn straight onto US 5
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Rockingham Street
13
Continue on US 5
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockingham Road
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
15
Merge onto I 91
35 mi
·
40 min
·
I 91
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 5: White River Junction
17
Turn right onto US 5
510 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
18
Enter roundabout onto US 5
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Continue on US 5
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Main Street
20
Turn left onto US 4
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodstock Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto TH 132
144 ft
·
11 sec
·
TH 132
22
Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
V.A. Cutoff Road
23
Arrive at destination
Christian Street
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 29.2 miles from Townshend, VT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 58.4 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Townshend, 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 Townshend, VT
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Townshend, 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 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Townshend, VT · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Townshend, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartford, VT
The final approach into Hartford, 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 Hartford, 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
$9.40 one way
$18.80 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.18 | $22.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hartford, VT
Afternoon in Hartford on Wednesday
Local time
3:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
17 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 27m 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 Townshend, VT to Hartford, VT covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Route 35, Saxtons River Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Townshend, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.40 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (VT 121 / Route 121 East): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Townshend, VT to Hartford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
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