Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Evening in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
149.6 mi
241 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
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6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brattleboro, VT
James Mirakian
Essex Junction, VT
Dave Luzi, Litchfield CT REALTOR
Trip Overview
Spanning 149.6 miles across Vermont, this straightforward drive from Brattleboro to Essex Junction takes approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, though one stop is recommended to break up the journey. You should budget about $24 for fuel to cover the trip. Navigating primarily via I-91 and I-89, you will transit through the heart of the Northeast, moving from the southeastern corner of the state toward the Burlington area. It is a highly efficient trek that prioritizes speed over local backroads, making it a reliable choice if you need to reach your destination quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 96% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on the interstate, including a significant 83.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-89. The experience is consistent and fast-paced, lacking the technical demands of secondary roads. While the transition onto Essex Road provides a brief change of pace at the end of the trip, the road’s personality remains defined by its efficiency. Expect a smooth, predictable ride that allows you to maintain steady momentum throughout the nearly three-hour duration.
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.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 58m 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: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): 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.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Canal Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
145.7 mi into trip
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~2h 51m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 83.1 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 91 | 60.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Saint George Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Green Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Elliot Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 83.1 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 5
54 ft
·
3 sec
·
Canal Street
3
Turn left onto US 5
504 ft
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto Elliot Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Elliot Street
5
Turn right onto Church Street
357 ft
·
15 sec
·
Church Street
6
Turn slight left onto Green Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
7
Continue on VT 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 91
61 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 91
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 89 North
11
Merge onto I 89
83 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 89
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
13
Turn right onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
14
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
15
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Park Street
16
Turn slight right onto VT 15
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Trip Plan
Given the total travel time of just under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around traffic patterns or your own schedule. Since you only need one stop to maintain your energy, choose a point roughly halfway through to stretch your legs before tackling the longest 83.1-mile highway stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto I-89, as this section accounts for the bulk of your travel time. Because this is a single-day trip, feel free to leave in the morning to arrive in Essex Junction by midday. Prioritizing a mid-morning start will help you avoid the busiest times on the major interstate arteries.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.1 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.8 miles or 1h 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 2h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, VT
This is one driving day of about 149.6 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brattleboro, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 83.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.8 mi from Brattleboro, VT · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.1 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Essex Junction, 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
$23.95 one way
$47.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $26.25 | $52.50 |
| premium | $4.83 | $28.44 | $56.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.24 | $66.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.71 | $7.18 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.94 | $9.57 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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
Evening in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Wilton, NY
75 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
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
2h 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 Brattleboro, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 149.6 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Essex 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 74.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.95 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brattleboro, VT to Essex Junction, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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