How far is Cambridge, VT from Hartford, VT?
The driving distance from Cambridge, VT to Hartford, VT is about 97 miles (156.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73 miles (117.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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 02h 06m.
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.
City in Washington County, Vermont, U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cambridge and Hartford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge and Hartford.
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Start on Vermont Route 15
11.3 mi · 18 min · Vermont Route 15
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Turn left onto Browns Trace
5.3 mi · 11 min · Browns Trace
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Turn right onto Governor Peck Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Governor Peck Road
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Continue on Governor Peck Highway
1.3 km · 2 min · Governor Peck Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto River Road
73 m · 9 sec · River Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1427 ft · 37 sec · West Main Street
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Take the ramp left
635 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
74.3 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 4: Woodstock, Quechee
2049 ft · 47 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Woodstock Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Woodstock Road
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Turn right
44 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto V.A. Cutoff Road
2009 ft · 55 sec · V.A. Cutoff Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Christian Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cambridge and Hartford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Main Street
Merge slight left
74.3 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cambridge and Mostly Cloudy near Hartford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cambridge to Hartford?
The road trip is about 97 miles (156.1 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Barre is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Cambridge and 48.5 miles from Hartford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73 miles (117.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.49 one way or $26.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cambridge and Mostly Cloudy near Hartford.
Stop Ideas Near Barre
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 Barre.
Montpelier station
Waterbury
Randolph station
Essex Junction station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cambridge and Hartford. Straight-line distance: 73.04 mi (117.54 km).
#1 Cambridge
Town in Lamoille County, Vermont
| Population | 3,817 |
| Coordinates | 44.6447700, -72.8762400 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hartford
Town in Windsor County, Vermont
| Population | 9,566 |
| Coordinates | 43.6606300, -72.3384200 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hartford (-72.33842, 43.66063)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.24 | $30.49 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $16.61 | $33.23 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $20.51 | $41.02 |
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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