Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
26m
Distance
13.6 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Jericho, VT
Arjanne Holsappel
The drive from Burlington, VT to Jericho, VT covers 13.6 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jericho Road, Vermont Route 289, I 89 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2.8 miles on Jericho Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 13.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
The drive from Burlington, VT to Jericho, VT covers 13.6 miles and takes about 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (VT 15 / East Allen Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto VT 15 / East Allen Street toward Essex Junction
Lane positioning matters here
Turn slight right toward VT 15: Essex, Essex Junction
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto VT 15 / Jericho Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp left toward VT 15 West
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Burlington, VT and Jericho, VT, road signs point toward Saint Albans and Essex Junction.
Saint Albans
Essex Junction
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jericho Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 289 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| I 89 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| College Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Center Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Susie Wilson Bypass | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pearl Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Jericho, VT.
Start on Main Street
Continue on US 2
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Turn right onto VT 15
Continue on VT 15
Continue on VT 15
Turn left onto Susie Wilson Road
Continue on Susie Wilson Bypass
Continue on VT 289
Turn slight right
Turn left onto VT 15
Continue on VT 15
Turn right onto VT 15
Continue on VT 15
Continue on VT 15
Turn right onto Lee River Road
Turn sharp left
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$2.19 one way
$4.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.41 | $4.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.60 | $5.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Late night in Burlington on Friday
Local time
2:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Jericho on Friday
Local time
2:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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