Origin
Barton, VT
Morning in Barton on Saturday
Local time
10:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Barton, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
68 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barton, VT
Andrea Davis
Essex Junction, VT
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Trip Overview
Barton to Essex Junction is 68 miles and takes about 1 hour 51 minutes via Vermont Route 15, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Vermont's Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a relatively short journey, ideal for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed. You'll primarily navigate state routes, keeping you connected to the local landscape. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient and uncomplicated drive between these two Vermont towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34 miles from Barton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 68 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 83% of the journey on these faster roads. Expect stretches where you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 16.7 miles along Vermont Route 15. While predominantly highway, the route incorporates parts of Vermont Route 100 and Vermont Route 58 West, which may offer slight variations in scenery and driving feel compared to a pure interstate experience. Overall, it's a practical, road-focused journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 15 and Vermont Route 100. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near US 5; VT 58 / U.S. Route 5.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 51m 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: at 5.1 miles (US 5; VT 58 / U.S. Route 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 East): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (VT 14; VT 58 / Vermont Route 14): 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
5.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
|
US 5; VT 58 / U.S. Route 5
At end of road, turn left onto US 5; VT 58 / U.S. Route 5
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
5.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 East
Turn left onto VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 East
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
VT 14; VT 58 / Vermont Route 14
At end of road, turn right onto VT 14; VT 58 / Vermont Route 14
Navigation decision point
4
36.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
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VT 15 / Lower Main Street East
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15 / Lower Main Street East
Navigation decision point
4
45.4 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 15 | 16.7 mi | 27m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| Vermont Route 58 West | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 15 West | 8.1 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 100C | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Barton Orleans Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 58 East | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Jericho Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 15
— 16.7 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barton, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on US 5; VT 16
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 5
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Barton Orleans Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 5; VT 58
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
U.S. Route 5
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto VT 58
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 58 East
5
At end of road, turn right onto VT 14; VT 58
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 14
6
Turn left onto VT 58
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Vermont Route 58 West
7
Turn left onto VT 100
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 100
8
Continue on VT 100C
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 100C
9
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Main Street East
10
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
11
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
12
Continue on VT 15
17 mi
·
27 min
·
Vermont Route 15
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on VT 15
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Jericho Road
14
Turn left onto VT 15
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Road
15
Continue on VT 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Upper Main Street
16
Continue on VT 15
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, you have considerable flexibility with departure times. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight to spare. While the drive is short, it's always wise to be mindful of fuel, especially since the estimated cost is around $11. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the different Vermont routes, as this is where the driving experience might subtly shift. There are no specified stops in the data, so plan any necessary breaks proactively.
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 34 miles from Barton, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.7 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34 miles or 52m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Barton, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barton, VT
This is one driving day of about 68 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Barton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 15 for about 16.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34 mi from Barton, VT · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Barton, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Essex Junction, VT
The final approach into Essex Junction, 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
$10.95 one way
$21.89 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.04 | $24.09 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Essex Junction, VT
Morning in Essex Junction on Saturday
Local time
10:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Johnson, VT
34 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
4 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 51m 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 Barton, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 68 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 15, Vermont Route 100, Vermont Route 58 West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34 miles from Barton, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.95 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 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (US 5; VT 58 / U.S. Route 5): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 East): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (VT 14; VT 58 / Vermont Route 14): Navigation decision point.
The route from Barton, VT to Essex Junction, 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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