Burlington to Springfield Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Burlington, VT to Springfield, MA (205 miles). Connects Burlington to Western Massachusetts's distribution hub via I-91.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Burlington to Springfield?
Burlington to Springfield is a 205-mile lane paying about $533 - $625 per load, near $2.60 - $3.05 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, dairy/specialty-food freight and healthcare/insurance-distribution freight.
- Distance
- 205 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $502 - $594
- Rate per mile
- $2.45 - $2.90
- Transit time
- Same day / 3.5-4 hrs
- Deadhead risk
- 20-25%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing for this New England corridor. See our dispatch fee structure.
Burlington to Springfield
Burlington to Springfield is a 205-mile, roughly 3.5-hour run south on I-91, connecting Vermont's biggest freight gateway to the anchor city of the Hartford-Springfield economic corridor. The corridor runs on healthcare distribution, insurance document management and advanced manufacturing, complementing Vermont's own dairy and specialty-food freight base.
Origin
Burlington, VT
Destination
Springfield, MA
Distance
205 miles
Transit Time
Same day / 3.5-4 hrs
Average Rate
$502 - $594
Rate per Mile
$2.45 - $2.90
205-mile lane, about 3.5 hours on I-91
The Hartford-Springfield corridor runs on healthcare distribution, insurance document management and advanced manufacturing
A direct single-interstate route along the Connecticut River Valley
Burlington to Springfield: route facts a driver should know
Springfield was the birthplace of American mass manufacturing
The Springfield Armory operated as the nation's primary military small-arms manufacturing center from 1777 to 1968, the longest continuously operating industrial facility in the country, and pioneered interchangeable parts and mechanized production.
Source: National Park Service, Springfield Armory. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Burlington's economy centers on the University of Vermont
The University of Vermont, founded in 1791, dominates Burlington's economy and footprint, with about 12,000 students in a city of roughly 45,000 residents.
Source: CNN Travel, Burlington, Vermont city coverage. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Diesel for this lane
How much is the diesel for Burlington to Springfield?
About $204.05 this week. The lane is 205 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 32 gallons, and diesel is averaging $6.47 a gallon on this lane (week of October 19, 2026). The U.S. average diesel price is up 10 cents this week.
An estimate. It uses EIA's weekly average for this region, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 205 mi
- Diesel needed
- 32 gal
- Price used
- $6.47/gal
- Fuel cost
- $204.05
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, dairy/specialty-food freight and healthcare/insurance-distribution freight fill the trailers heading south.
- Consumer Goods
- Dairy Products
- Manufacturing Equipment
What makes the Burlington to Springfield lane difficult?
A medium-length lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range
A medium-length lane keeps per-load rates in a moderate range.
Winter weather across Vermont can affect road conditions
Winter weather across Vermont can affect road conditions.
Competition from the region's carrier base can pressure rates
Competition from the region's carrier base can pressure rates.
What freight moves on the Burlington to Springfield lane?
What travels between Burlington and Springfield, and why the Hartford-Springfield corridor matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Consumer Goods
- •Dairy Products
- •Manufacturing Equipment
Secondary Commodities
- •Healthcare/insurance-distribution-connected freight
- •Dairy/specialty-food-connected freight
- •Consumer goods
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •Healthcare/insurance-distribution freight (steady)
- •Dairy/specialty-food freight (steady)
When is the Burlington to Springfield lane busiest?
Retail timing and Vermont's maple-syrup season both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays, cushioned by steady healthcare and insurance-distribution freight.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods climb from October through December.
Produce Season?
Maple syrup production runs late winter into early spring, adding a distinct Vermont freight category.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Steady healthcare/insurance-distribution freight year-round
- •Fall foliage tourist season
Seasonal Strategy Summary
This lane runs steady year-round, without a major seasonal swing to plan around.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Burlington to Springfield lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need a market check.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical healthcare/insurance-distribution freight tends to pay a premium.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a slow-season load in a market this competitive without checking current rates.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Burlington to Springfield
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This is a long haul at 210 miles, so plan for a solid one-day trip.
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Springfield's position between Boston and New York often makes it a lower-cost alternative for warehouse space, worth asking about.
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University-linked freight out of Burlington is another option here.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Burlington to Springfield lane?
The Hartford-Springfield corridor makes a northbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Springfield, MA
- •Regional distribution hubs near Springfield
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 20-25%
With the corridor's diversified economy, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •Hartford is the strongest southbound recovery. Worcester is an eastern option, and Albany opens a westbound route.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Springfield's I-90/I-91 crossroads position gives you backhaul options in multiple directions.
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Burlington's university and regional base keeps northbound loads flowing too.
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Give yourself real recovery time after this run before your next dispatch.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Burlington to Springfield lane?
Three notes before this New England corridor run.
Check Vermont winter conditions before a late-fall through early-spring run.
Check current market rates before committing to a slow-season load.
This lane pairs well with a same-day or next-day return load.
Springfield's position at the I-90/I-91 junction makes it a natural staging point for freight moving deeper into southern New England.
Burlington to Springfield Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, the Hartford-Springfield corridor, and market conditions.
The lane data shows about $533 - $625 per load, or $2.60 - $3.05 a mile, across 205 miles.
Healthcare distribution, insurance document management and advanced manufacturing.
About 3.5 hours for the 205 miles.
Reasonably, given the corridor's diversified economy.
Other Vermont freight lanes we dispatch
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- Burlington to Providence
Local resources
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