Origin
Barre, VT
Afternoon in Barre on Saturday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
87.6 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
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Franklin, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT covers 87.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Prospect Street, North Main Street, Route 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.8 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Barre, VT
Full guide →Barre is a city in Central Vermont. It is well known for its granite quarries and is considered the "Granite Capital of the World".
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 87.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 54m drive with frequent turns across 87.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Prospect Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Route 62 | — | — |
| I 89 North | — | — |
| US 7 | — | — |
| Fairfax Road | — | — |
| Fisher Pond Road | — | — |
| Sheldon Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Prospect Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Franklin, VT.
1
Start on the route
174 ft
·
18 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
10 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
279 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn left onto Vermont Route 62
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 62
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
7
Merge slight left
63 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
9
Turn right onto Fairfax Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
10
Continue on Fisher Pond Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
11
Continue on Sheldon Road
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
12
Continue on Vermont Route 105
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 105
13
Turn left onto Vermont Route 120
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 120
14
Continue on North Sheldon Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Sheldon Road
15
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto Hanna Road
171 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hanna Road
17
Turn right
56 ft
·
4 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.8 miles from Barre, VT, or about 57m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Barre, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barre, VT
This is one driving day of about 87.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Barre, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.8 mi from Barre, VT · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Barre, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, VT
The final approach into Franklin, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.10 one way
$28.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.52 | $31.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.78 | $33.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.34 | $38.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.26 | $5.61 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Franklin, VT
Afternoon in Franklin on Saturday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT covers 87.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Prospect Street, North Main Street, Route 62. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.8 miles from Barre, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Barre, VT to Franklin, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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