Origin
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Monday
Local time
12:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Burlington, VT
Drive Time
58m
Distance
45.3 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Burlington, VT
Troy Tumbin
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Barre and Burlington, this straightforward 45.3-mile trip is easily managed in under an hour. You will primarily utilize Vermont Route 62 and I-89 to make the trek, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region of Vermont, you will experience consistent regional character throughout the drive. This highway-focused path provides a reliable link between the two locations, perfect for commuters or travelers who prefer a quick, direct transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.6 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 94% of this 58-minute drive is spent on highways. You will start by transitioning onto I-89, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 38.3 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, moving quickly away from local streets like Main Street and into a steady, highway-focused flow. Because the vast majority of the route stays on high-speed roads, you can anticipate a streamlined experience behind the wheel. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 62. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 7 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 5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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
6
5 mi into trip
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~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
5
5.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
43.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward US 2 West: Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 2 West: Burlington
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 38.3 mi | 44m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Williston Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Prospect Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Burlington, 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
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn left onto VT 62
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 62
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
7
Merge onto I 89
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 89
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 2 West: Burlington
9
Turn straight onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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Williston Road
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 45.3-mile trip with zero mandatory stops, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire journey in under an hour, meaning you don't need to worry about complex pacing or overnight logistics. Since the drive is so brief, consider fueling up before you leave Barre to avoid any mid-trip errands, keeping your total transit costs near that $7 estimate. Keep in mind that as you transition from local roads onto the interstate, maintaining a steady speed will help you make the most of the highway-heavy route. Take advantage of the quick travel time to maximize your arrival window in Burlington.
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 22.6 miles from Barre, VT, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 miles.
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 45.3 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.6 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barre, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barre, VT
This is one driving day of about 45.3 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barre, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Barre, VT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
Arriving in Burlington, VT
The final approach into Burlington, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Burlington, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.25 one way
$14.50 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.06 | $20.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Burlington, VT
Late night in Burlington on Monday
Local time
12:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
23 mi in
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
5 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
58m 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 Burlington, VT covers 45.3 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 62, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 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 $7.25 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 58m drive. You will face about 7 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 5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Barre, VT to Burlington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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