Origin
Burlington, VT
Afternoon in Burlington on Wednesday
Local time
2:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
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Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
45.8 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, VT
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Enosburg Falls, VT
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If you are planning a trip from Burlington to Enosburg Falls, you can expect a straightforward 45.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. This route serves perfectly as a quick day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical way to navigate northern Vermont. The drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares, making it a practical choice for those who prefer efficiency over winding backroads. Because both towns are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent atmosphere throughout the transition between these two Vermont communities.
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
22.9 miles from Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 78% of your time spent on higher-speed roads. You will begin by navigating the interstate, including a 24.8-mile stretch on I-89 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you progress, the route transitions off the interstate and onto Vermont Route 105 and Sheldon Road to reach your final destination. While the initial leg offers the predictable pace of a main highway, the latter half shifts to regional roads, requiring you to adjust to a different driving rhythm. Expect a functional, efficient experience that prioritizes direct travel over technical or winding terrain.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Burlington, VT to Enosburg Falls, VT is easy. At 1h 4m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 24.8 mi | 29m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Fairfax Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pearl Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Williston Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Enosburg Falls, VT.
Start on Main Street
Continue on US 2
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Turn right onto VT 104
Continue on VT 104
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Turn left onto Church Street
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short 1-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to worry about complex stop planning, as the trip is short enough to complete in a single, continuous push. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Burlington, as the $7 estimated cost is based on a direct transit without significant detours. Because the majority of your time is spent on I-89, try to avoid peak commuter hours to keep your travel time closer to the 1-hour mark. Embracing the simplicity of this route allows you to spend less time behind the wheel and more time enjoying your 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.
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 45.8 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.9 miles or 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enosburg Falls, VT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Burlington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 45.8 miles and 1h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.9 mi from Burlington, VT · 29m 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.
A short stop after about 45.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Enosburg Falls, 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 Enosburg Falls, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.37 one way
$14.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Burlington on Wednesday
Local time
2:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Enosburg Falls on Wednesday
Local time
2:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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