Origin
Barre, VT
Night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Hinesburg, VT
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.7 mi
75 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 55m
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6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Hinesburg, VT
Marta Wave
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across Vermont, the 46.7-mile connection from Barre to Hinesburg is an ideal day trip. You can expect to reach your destination in about one hour, making it a highly efficient route for commuters or weekend travelers. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, this drive is as economical as it is fast. Because the trip is short and manageable, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, ensuring a predictable travel experience through the Northeast.
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
23.3 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 91% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will start by navigating Vermont Route 62 before transitioning onto I-89, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.2 miles. Expect a consistent, efficient pace as you move through the interstate system. Once you exit the highway, the final leg of the trip takes you onto Saint George Road, shifting the driving environment from a fast-paced interstate grind to a more local road feel as you approach Hinesburg.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 33.2 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 1h drive. You will face about 8 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 8 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
6
38.4 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
6
43.7 mi into trip
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~55m in
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VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Barre, VT and Hinesburg, VT, road signs point toward Burlington and Essex Junction.
Burlington
5 mi in
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~8m
Essex Junction
38.4 mi in
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~47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 33.2 mi | 38m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Saint George Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 33.2 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Hinesburg, 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
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North Main Street
5
Turn left onto VT 62
4.4 mi
·
6 min
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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
33 mi
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38 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
9
Turn left onto VT 2A
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Saint George Road
10
Continue on VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116
3.0 mi
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4 min
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Vermont Route 116
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
VT 116
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 46.7-mile distance without needing to schedule formal stops, though keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Barre is a simple way to stay within your $7 budget. Keep a close eye on your transition from I-89 onto Saint George Road, as the change in road type requires a quick adjustment in speed and awareness. Because the route is so concentrated, use the time you save on the road to maximize your schedule at your final destination.
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 23.3 miles from Barre, VT, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 46.7 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.3 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hinesburg, 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 46.7 miles and 1h.
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 33.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Barre, VT · 30m 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 Hinesburg, VT
The final approach into Hinesburg, 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 Hinesburg, 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
$7.48 one way
$14.95 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.19 | $16.39 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
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: 16.3 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 | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
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
Hinesburg, VT
Night in Hinesburg on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
2 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 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 Hinesburg, VT covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 62, Saint George 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 23.3 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 $7.48 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 drive. You will face about 8 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.
Between Barre, VT and Hinesburg, VT, road signs point toward Burlington and Essex Junction.
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