Origin
White River Junction, VT
Afternoon in White River Junction on Thursday
Local time
2:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White River Junction, VT
Matt Barnard
Springfield, VT
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Trip Overview
This 34-mile drive from White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT is a quick trip, taking about 43 minutes to complete. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 84% of the journey on interstate roads, including a significant 28.5-mile stretch on I-91. You can expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this journey. Given its short length and highway-focused profile, this route offers a straightforward and efficient connection within the Northeast region, making it an easy addition to any travel plans.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 34 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a primarily highway-focused experience on this route, with 84% of your travel occurring on interstate roads. The bulk of your journey will involve cruising on I-91 for up to 28.5 miles without interruption, offering a consistent driving pace. You'll also navigate sections of Charlestown Road and Clinton Street, which may offer a slight change of pace from the interstate. The overall profile suggests a smooth, uninterrupted drive for the most part, with the interstate dominating the character of this short connection.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 28.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Charlestown Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 43m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 5 / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 5 / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
30.1 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 28.5 mi | 33m |
| Charlestown Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Clinton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 28.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White River Junction, VT and Springfield, VT.
1
Start on Bridge Street
38 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bridge Street
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto US 5
68 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on US 5
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
6
Merge onto I 91
28 mi
·
33 min
·
I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 5, VT 11, VT 106: Springfield
8
Turn straight onto US 5; VT 11
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Charlestown Road
9
Continue on VT 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
10
Continue on VT 11
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.95 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
2:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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
43m 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 White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT covers 34 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Charlestown Road, Clinton Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 miles from White River Junction, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.47 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 White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT is easy. At 43m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 5 / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from White River Junction, VT to Springfield, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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