How far is Hartford, VT from Orange, VT?
The driving distance from Hartford, VT to Orange, VT is about 48 miles (77.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hartford and Orange.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford and Orange.
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Start on Christian Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Christian Street
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Turn sharp right onto Bugbee Street
2198 ft · 51 sec · Bugbee Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 91 North
1685 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 25: Bradford, Barre
1795 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Waits River Road
6 mi · 10 min · Waits River Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 25
10.7 mi · 16 min · Vermont Route 25
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At the end of the road, turn left onto William Scott Memorial Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · William Scott Memorial Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · William Scott Memorial Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hartford and Orange.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 91 North
Merge slight left
25 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hartford and Partly Sunny near Orange.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hartford to Orange?
The road trip is about 48 miles (77.2 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Fairlee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from Hartford and 24 miles from Orange.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.67 one way or $13.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hartford and Partly Sunny near Orange.
Stop Ideas Near Fairlee
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 Fairlee.
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Randolph station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hartford and Orange. Straight-line distance: 33.85 mi (54.48 km).
#1 Hartford
Town in Windsor County, Vermont
| Population | 9,566 |
| Coordinates | 43.6606300, -72.3384200 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orange
Town in Orange County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 1,116 |
| Coordinates | 44.1484000, -72.4026000 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orange (-72.4026, 44.1484)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $6.67 | $13.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.21 | $16.42 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
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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