How far is Springfield, VT from Swanton, VT?
The driving distance from Springfield, VT to Swanton, VT is about 156.4 miles (251.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Orange County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Swanton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Swanton.
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Start on Main Street
1562 ft · 50 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Clinton Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Clinton Street
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Continue on Charlestown Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Charlestown Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 91 North
1683 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
28.2 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North
1257 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
122.7 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 78, US 7: Swanton
877 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto First Street
1.5 km · 1 min · First Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Avenue
19 m · 1 sec · Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Swanton.
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 89 North
Merge slight left
123 mi · 02h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Springfield and Chance Rain Showers near Swanton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Swanton?
The road trip is about 156.4 miles (251.7 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.2 miles from Springfield and 78.2 miles from Swanton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 40 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.24 one way or $40.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Springfield and Chance Rain Showers near Swanton.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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 Williamstown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Swanton. Straight-line distance: 116.35 mi (187.25 km).
#1 Springfield
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 8,875 |
| Coordinates | 43.2984100, -72.4823100 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Swanton
Town in Franklin County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 6,574 |
| Coordinates | 44.9181000, -73.1243000 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Swanton (-73.1243, 44.9181)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $20.24 | $40.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $22.86 | $45.73 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $24.92 | $49.84 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $30.76 | $61.53 |
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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