How far is Springfield, VT from Rutland, VT?

The driving distance from Springfield, VT to Rutland, VT is about 40.8 miles (65.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
40.76 mi
01h 09m
Flight
32.71 mi
52.64 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.71 mi
Kilometers
52.64 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
40.76 mi
Kilometers
65.59 km
Drive Time
01h 09m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rutland
Thu, Apr 23, 2:31 AM EDT
Return by in Springfield
Thu, Apr 23, 3:40 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springfield
2026-04-23T01:21
Arrive Rutland
Thu, Apr 23, 2:31 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:12 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springfield
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Ludlow
VT

Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States

From Springfield
20.4 mi
00h 34m
To Rutland
20.4 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph NW
Destination
58°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Rutland.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Rutland.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    29 m · 5 sec · Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on River Street

    3 mi · 7 min · River Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Vermont Route 106

    5.2 mi · 9 min · Vermont Route 106

  4. 4

    Continue on Vermont Route 103 North

    7.1 mi · 11 min · Vermont Route 103 North

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Pond Street

    1 km · 2 min · Pond Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Vermont Route 103 North

    18.7 mi · 29 min · Vermont Route 103 North

  8. 8

    Turn right

    4.9 mi · 9 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Woodstock Avenue

    3 m · 1 sec · Woodstock Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Woodstock Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Rutland.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Vermont Route 103 North
25.8 mi · 63%
Vermont Route 106
5.19 mi · 13%
River Street
3.04 mi · 7%
Main Street
1.09 mi · 3%
Pond Street
0.65 mi · 2%
Woodstock Avenue
0 mi
Longest Stretch

Vermont Route 103 North

Continue on Vermont Route 103 North

18.7 mi · 00h 29m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 09m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.1 mi
32.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ludlow
00h 34m from Springfield
Leave By
4:12 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Springfield and Mostly Sunny near Rutland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Rutland?

The road trip is about 40.8 miles (65.6 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?

Ludlow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.4 miles from Springfield and 20.4 miles from Rutland.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:12 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.68 one way or $11.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springfield and Mostly Sunny near Rutland.

Stop Ideas Near Ludlow

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Ludlow, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ludlow.

BUS

Okemo, Vermont

1 mi away
77 Okemo Ridge Rd
RAIL

Claremont

26 mi away
Plains Rd. and Maple Ave.
RAIL

Windsor station

27 mi away
26 Depot Ave
RAIL

Rutland station

33 mi away
25 Evelyn Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Rutland. Straight-line distance: 32.71 mi (52.64 km).

Springfield

#1 Springfield

Town in Vermont, United States

Population8,875
Coordinates43.2984100, -72.4823100
Altitude122
CountryUnited States
Rutland

#2 Rutland

Town in Rutland County, Vermont, surrounding the city of Rutland

Population4,105
Coordinates43.6106200, -72.9726100
Altitude197
CountryUnited States
Start: Springfield (-72.48231, 43.29841)
End: Rutland (-72.97261, 43.61062)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 66 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 48m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.44 gal
5.44 L · about $5.68
Round trip
$11.36
2.88 gal · 10.88 L
Estimated CO2
12.8 kg one way
Round trip: 25.6 kg / 56 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $5.68 $11.36
Mid-grade $4.46 $6.42 $12.84
Premium $4.86 $7.00 $13.99
Diesel $6.00 $8.64 $17.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Vermont · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Springfield and Rutland. The current time is 01:21:58.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.