Origin
Barre, VT
Afternoon in Barre on Saturday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Barton, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
48.3 mi
78 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Barton, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Barre to Barton is 48.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via Vermont Route 14 North and Vermont Route 16, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Vermont, making it a straightforward journey. It's a relatively short drive, primarily focused on highway travel, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient connection between these two towns without extensive detours.
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 15m. Total distance: 48.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 73% of the journey on main roads. You'll experience a predominantly highway feel for much of the 48.3 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch without a major change in road type is 18.9 miles on Vermont Route 14 North. The route transitions from Vermont Route 14 North to Vermont Route 16, and then briefly onto Dry Pond Road, indicating a mix of primary state highways and potentially some more localized stretches as you approach Barton.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 14 North is the longest continuous segment at about 18.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 14 North and Vermont Route 16. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Merchant Street
Turn right onto Merchant Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.5 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 2; VT 14 / U.S. Route 2
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; VT 14 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 14 North | 18.9 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 16 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| Dry Pond Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 14 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Glover Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Glover Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 15 East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Montpelier Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 14 North
— 18.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Barton, VT.
1
Start on this road
172 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
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 US 302; VT 14
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto Merchant Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Merchant Street
6
Turn straight onto VT 14
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Maple Avenue
7
Continue on VT 14
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Montpelier Road
8
Continue on VT 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 14 South
9
Continue on VT 14
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 14 South
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; VT 14
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
11
Turn left onto VT 14
19 mi
·
28 min
·
Vermont Route 14 North
12
Continue on VT 14
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Turn right onto VT 15
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mill Street
14
Continue on VT 15
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 15 East
15
Turn left onto VT 16
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 16
16
Continue on VT 16
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Dry Pond Road
17
Continue on VT 16
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Glover Street
18
Continue on VT 16
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Glover Road
19
Continue on VT 16
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Street
20
Turn right onto Village Square
163 ft
·
3 sec
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Village Square
21
Turn right onto US 5; VT 16
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 16
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Barre, VT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Barre, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barton, VT
The final approach into Barton, 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
$7.78 one way
$15.55 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.66 | $21.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Barton, VT
Afternoon in Barton on Saturday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Hardwick, VT
24 mi in
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 15m 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 Barton, VT covers 48.3 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 14 North, Vermont Route 16, Dry Pond Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.1 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 $7.78 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Barre, VT to Barton, 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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