Origin
Vernon, VT
Late night in Vernon on Saturday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vernon, VT to Springfield, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
45.1 mi
73 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernon, VT
Andrea Davis
Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Vernon, VT to Springfield, VT covers 45.1 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Fort Bridgman Road, Charlestown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.9 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 45.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 45.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Fort Bridgman Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.9 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 16 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 33.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Fort Bridgman Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (VT 142 / Fort Bridgman Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 142 / Fort Bridgman Road
Turn right onto VT 142 / Fort Bridgman Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Fairground Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Fairground Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
40.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
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 Vernon, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
6.7 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 33.9 mi | 39m |
| Fort Bridgman Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Charlestown Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Vernon Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Fairground Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cotton Mill Hill | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 33.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernon, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
160 ft
·
13 sec
3
Turn right onto VT 142
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Fort Bridgman Road
4
Continue on VT 142
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Vernon Street
5
Turn slight left onto Cotton Mill Hill
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Cotton Mill Hill
6
At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street
438 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Main Street
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Fairground Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairground Road
8
Turn left onto US 5
516 ft
·
13 sec
·
Canal Street
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 91 North: Putney, White River Junction
10
Merge onto I 91
34 mi
·
39 min
·
I 91
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
12
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
13
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
14
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
15
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Vernon, VT · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Vernon, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.26 one way
$14.52 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Late night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Westminster, VT
23 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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Vernon, VT to Springfield, VT covers 45.1 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Fort Bridgman Road, Charlestown 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 22.6 miles from Vernon, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.26 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (VT 142 / Fort Bridgman Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Vernon, VT to Springfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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