Origin
Burlington, VT
Late night in Burlington on Monday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to Huntington, VT
Drive Time
37m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, VT
Troy Tumbin
Huntington, VT
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in Vermont, the 20.5-mile journey from Burlington to Huntington is an ideal choice. You can easily complete this trip in about 37 minutes, making it a perfect day trip for those wanting to explore the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an economical option for a short outing. You will spend your time navigating a mix of interstate and local roads, ensuring you spend less time behind the wheel and more time at your destination. Since the entire drive is quite brief, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations.
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
10.3 miles from Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a balanced experience on this 20.5-mile route, which features a 49% highway share. You will start with a 10.1-mile stretch on I-89, providing a straightforward and efficient initial leg. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you transition onto Huntington Road and Main Road. This blend of fast-paced highway travel and local roadway navigation keeps the drive engaging without becoming monotonous. By the time you reach Huntington, you will have experienced a practical variety of road types that define this short, mixed-profile commute.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 37m 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 (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Depart onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Montpelier
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
6
11.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
4
13.4 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Bridge Street
Turn right onto Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.5 mi into trip
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~37m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Burlington, VT to Huntington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bolton along the way.
Bolton
11.7 mi in
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~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Huntington Road | 4.2 mi | 10m |
| Main Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Bridge Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Williston Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Raven Ridge | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 10.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Huntington, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Williston Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 89
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
6
Turn right onto US 2
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
7
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
8
Turn right onto Huntington Road
4.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Huntington Road
9
Continue on Main Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Road
10
Turn right onto Raven Ridge
104 ft
·
5 sec
·
Raven Ridge
11
Turn right
321 ft
·
23 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 37 minutes long, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 20.5-mile distance is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will stay low around the $3 mark, so you can focus your travel budget on activities once you arrive. Since you will be transitioning from I-89 to smaller local roads like Main Road, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you exit the highway. This short duration makes it a stress-free trip, allowing you to spend your day exactly how you choose without the pressure of a long-distance itinerary.
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 10.3 miles from Burlington, VT, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.1 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 20.5 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burlington, 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 Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burlington, 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 10.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Burlington, VT · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 Huntington, VT
The final approach into Huntington, 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 Huntington, 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
$3.28 one way
$6.56 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.60 | $7.19 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.90 | $7.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Huntington, VT
Late night in Huntington on Monday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
10 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
7 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
37m 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 Burlington, VT to Huntington, VT covers 20.5 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Huntington Road, Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 miles from Burlington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.28 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 37m 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 (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Burlington, VT to Huntington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bolton along the way.
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