Origin
Berkshire, VT
Night in Berkshire on Sunday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berkshire, VT to Barre, VT
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berkshire, VT
Andrea Davis
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
Traveling from Berkshire to Barre covers 70.3 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for this mixed drive, making it a very affordable trek across Vermont. Since both ends of the journey are located within the Northeast region, the climate and terrain remain consistent throughout. This route is a straightforward choice for travelers looking for a balance between local roads and interstate travel without a long time commitment.
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
35.2 miles from Berkshire, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a diverse experience behind the wheel, splitting your time between local Vermont roads and interstate driving. You will navigate Vermont Route 108 South and Mountain Road before transitioning onto I-89, which accounts for 48% of the total journey. While the route feels dynamic, the longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 13.2-mile segment on the interstate. Expect a transition from smaller, winding local roads to the more predictable flow of highway driving as you head toward Barre. The combination of these road types prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind, keeping your commute engaging from start to finish.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 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 13.2 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 around 24.6 miles in near VT 108 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.3 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: at 24.6 miles (VT 108 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.9 miles (VT 108 / Mill Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 64.8 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.
4
24.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
VT 108 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 108 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
24.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
VT 108 / Mill Street
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 108 / Mill Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
64.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
5
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Berkshire, VT to Barre, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
Montpelier
51.4 mi in
|
~1h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| Vermont Route 108 South | 11.9 mi | 20m |
| Mountain Road | 6.5 mi | 12m |
| Waterbury Stowe Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| West Enosburg Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Water Tower Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Main Street North | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 13.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on Center Hill Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Hill Road
2
Continue on Water Tower Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Tower Road
3
Turn right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Continue on VT 105; VT 108
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn left onto VT 108
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Enosburg Road
6
Continue on VT 108
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street North
7
Continue on VT 108
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 108 South
8
Continue on VT 108
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Bakersfield Road
9
Continue on VT 108
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 108 North
10
Enter roundabout onto VT 108
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
11
Continue on VT 108
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 108
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
13
Continue on VT 108
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 108 South
14
Continue on VT 108
6.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Mountain Road
15
Turn right onto Luce Hill Road
72 ft
·
4 sec
·
Luce Hill Road
16
Continue on Luce Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Luce Hill Road
17
Turn left onto Barrows Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Barrows Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto Moscow Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Moscow Road
19
Turn right onto VT 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Waterbury Road
20
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterbury Stowe Road
21
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
23
Merge onto I 89
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 89
24
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
25
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
26
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 62
27
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
28
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
29
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
30
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road when you feel most comfortable, as there are no major stretches that require intensive stamina or mandatory rest stops. With no planned stops built into the 70.3-mile distance, you have the freedom to decide where to pull over if you need to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep in mind that the $11 fuel estimate is based on typical conditions, so verify your tank levels before leaving Berkshire to ensure a smooth trip. Focus your attention on the transition between Mountain Road and the interstate, as this is where the driving environment shifts the most significantly.
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 35.2 miles from Berkshire, VT, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.2 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 70.3 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 1h 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barre, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, VT
This is one driving day of about 70.3 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Berkshire, 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 13.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Berkshire, VT · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Berkshire, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barre, VT
The final approach into Barre, 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 Barre, 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
$11.25 one way
$22.51 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.34 | $24.67 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.36 | $26.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.62 | $31.24 |
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: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Barre, VT
Night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
11:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Addison, VT
35 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 56m 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 Berkshire, VT to Barre, VT covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 108 South, Mountain Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Berkshire, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.25 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.3 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: at 24.6 miles (VT 108 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.9 miles (VT 108 / Mill Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 64.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Berkshire, VT to Barre, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
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