How far is Bristol, VT from Springfield, VT?
The driving distance from Bristol, VT to Springfield, VT is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Rutland County, Vermont, surrounding the city of Rutland
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Springfield.
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Start on West Street
3075 ft · 52 sec · West Street
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Continue on Stony Hill Road
2863 ft · 56 sec · Stony Hill Road
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Turn left onto South 116 Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · South 116 Road
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Continue on South 116 Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · South 116 Road
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Continue on Case Street
6.1 mi · 9 min · Case Street
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Turn right onto Ossie Road
2795 ft · 52 sec · Ossie Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 7 South
1.1 mi · 2 min · U.S. Route 7 South
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Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
10.9 mi · 17 min · Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on Conant Square
1165 ft · 40 sec · Conant Square
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Continue on Center Street
1198 ft · 45 sec · Center Street
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Continue on Franklin Street
14.1 mi · 23 min · Franklin Street
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Continue on North Main Street
6.3 mi · 11 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Vermont Route 103
18.8 mi · 29 min · Vermont Route 103
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Continue on Pond Street
1 km · 2 min · Pond Street
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 103 South
7.1 mi · 11 min · Vermont Route 103 South
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Continue on Vermont Route 10
5.2 mi · 9 min · Vermont Route 10
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Continue on River Street
3.1 mi · 7 min · River Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Springfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Vermont Route 103
Turn left onto Vermont Route 103
18.8 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Bristol and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Springfield?
The road trip is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km) and usually takes 01h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rutland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Bristol and 41.1 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.44 one way or $22.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Bristol and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Springfield.
Stop Ideas Near Rutland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rutland.
Rutland station
Castleton station
Fair Haven, Vermont
Okemo, Vermont
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 64.93 mi (104.5 km).
#1 Bristol
Town in the United States
| Population | 3,838 |
| Coordinates | 44.1333900, -73.0790100 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 8,875 |
| Coordinates | 43.2984100, -72.4823100 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-72.48199, 43.298435)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.93 | $25.85 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $17.39 | $34.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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