Origin
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Monday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to Lincoln, VT
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
35.7 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
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6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Vermont, this 35.7-mile journey from Barre to Lincoln is an ideal day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable drive for a single afternoon. You will navigate a mix of local roads, including Vermont Route 63 and Route 12A, before finishing on Lincoln Gap Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a highly economical route for those looking to explore the Northeast region. Because the total duration is quite short, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip, allowing you plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
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
17.9 miles from Barre, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the journey engaging rather than monotonous. You will spend about 38% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with more localized driving. The terrain shifts as you progress, with the longest uninterrupted segment spanning 7.7 miles along Lincoln Gap Road. You should prepare for a transition from the busier roads near Barre to the more focused, technical stretches as you approach Lincoln. It is a practical drive that avoids the repetitive nature of long-haul interstate travel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lincoln Gap Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 35.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 14 / South Main Street
Turn right onto VT 14 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VT 64 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward VT 64 West
5
26.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
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Covered Bridge Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Covered Bridge Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Barre, VT to Lincoln, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williamstown along the way.
Williamstown
9.7 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Gap Road | 7.7 mi | 16m |
| Vermont Route 63 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 12A | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| I 89 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Warren Mountain Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| Roxburry Mountain Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 64 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Brook Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Lincoln Gap Road
— 7.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and Lincoln, VT.
1
Start on this road
172 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn right onto VT 14
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on VT 14
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Barre Road
5
Turn right onto VT 63
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 63
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 89 South: White River Junction
7
Merge onto I 89
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 5
Toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
9
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
4 sec
Toward VT 64 West
10
Turn slight right onto VT 64
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 64
11
Continue on Lovers Lane
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lovers Lane
12
At end of road, turn left onto VT 12A
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 12A
13
Continue on VT 12A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Roxbury Road
14
Turn right onto Warren Mountain Road
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Warren Mountain Road
15
Continue on Roxburry Mountain Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Roxburry Mountain Road
16
Turn left onto Brook Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brook Road
17
Turn left onto Flat Iron Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Flat Iron Road
18
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
19
Turn right onto Covered Bridge Road
168 ft
·
8 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
20
Continue on Covered Bridge Road
520 ft
·
17 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
21
Keep slight right at fork onto Covered Bridge Road
385 ft
·
16 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
22
Turn left onto VT 100
343 ft
·
5 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
23
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Gap Road
7.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
24
Continue on East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
25
Turn slight right onto Quaker Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quaker Street
26
Arrive at destination
Quaker Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes just over an hour, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, though leaving in the morning allows you to maximize your time in Lincoln. There are no planned stops on this route, so ensure your tank is ready for the 35.7-mile trek before you depart Barre. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Vermont Route 63, Route 12A, and Lincoln Gap Road, as these changes require your attention. Given the $6 fuel estimate, this is an affordable trip, but remember that the road character changes significantly once you hit the 7.7-mile stretch on Lincoln Gap Road, so adjust your pace accordingly.
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 17.9 miles from Barre, VT, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.7 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 35.7 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln, 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 35.7 miles and 1h 10m.
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 Lincoln Gap Road for about 7.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Barre, VT · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 Lincoln, VT
The final approach into Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, 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
$5.71 one way
$11.43 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.79 | $13.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Lincoln, VT
Late night in Lincoln on Monday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
18 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
14 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 10m 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 Lincoln, VT covers 35.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lincoln Gap Road, Vermont Route 63, Vermont Route 12A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 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 $5.71 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 35.7 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 14 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Barre, VT to Lincoln, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williamstown along the way.
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