Origin
Burlington, VT
Late night in Burlington on Monday
Local time
2:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to Middlebury (village), VT
Drive Time
56m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
5 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, VT
Troy Tumbin
Middlebury (village), VT
Matt Barnard
Trip Overview
Traveling from Burlington to Middlebury is a straightforward 34.7-mile journey that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily manage the travel time without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable excursion within Vermont. You will navigate primarily via the Ethan Allen Highway, Shelburne Road, and U.S. Route 7. Because the entire trip stays within the Northeast region, you can anticipate familiar New England road conditions throughout your drive.
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
17.3 miles from Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
This path is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, offering a much more engaged experience than a standard interstate cruise. You will spend only 9% of the trip on highways, as the route favors local roads that require your full attention. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 22.2 miles along the Ethan Allen Highway, where you can settle into a steady rhythm. Prepare for a transition from the busier roads near Burlington into the more localized, winding segments as you approach Middlebury. It is a drive that demands active steering rather than passive highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ethan Allen Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
424 ft
160 ft
Total Climb
352 ft
Total Descent
189 ft
Highest Point
424 ft
~32.2 mi in
Elevation Range
263 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Saint Paul Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Burlington, VT to Middlebury (village), VT is easy. At 56m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Saint Paul Street
Turn left onto Saint Paul Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 7 / Shelburne Street
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 7 / Shelburne Street
Right onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
34.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Elm Street
Turn right onto Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
34.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ethan Allen Highway | 22.2 mi | 31m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Shelburne Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Saint Paul Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Maple Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Middle Seymour Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ethan Allen Highway
— 22.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Middlebury (village), VT.
1
Start on Main Street
504 ft
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Saint Paul Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Paul Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 7 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Shelburne Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 7
111 ft
·
2 sec
·
Shelburne Street
5
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Shelburne Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 7
6.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
7
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
8
Continue on US 7
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
9
Continue on US 7
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
10
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Elm Street
11
Continue on Seymour Street
377 ft
·
17 sec
·
Seymour Street
12
Turn left onto Middle Seymour Street
519 ft
·
22 sec
·
Middle Seymour Street
13
Continue on Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Maple Street
14
Continue on Maple Street
517 ft
·
26 sec
·
Maple Street
15
Turn right
94 ft
·
6 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick sub-one-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak local traffic. You do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the short 34.7-mile distance, though keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Burlington is a smart move. Because the route is turn-heavy, focus on navigating the transitions between the Ethan Allen Highway and U.S. Route 7 carefully. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your advantage by planning your arrival time in Middlebury around your specific interests rather than worrying about travel fatigue. This is a practical, efficient route that gets you to your destination with minimal downtime.
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 17.3 miles from Burlington, VT, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.2 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 34.7 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlebury (village), VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 34.7 miles and 56m.
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 Ethan Allen Highway for about 22.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Burlington, VT · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 Middlebury (village), VT
The final approach into Middlebury (village), 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 Middlebury (village), 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
$5.55 one way
$11.11 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.60 | $13.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
South Burlington - KBTV
South Burlington, VT
Non-Networked
4 DCFC
GMP Colchester
Colchester, VT
VIALYNK
3 DCFC
B E CHARGERS BE06
Burlington, VT
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
B E CHARGERS BE19
Burlington, VT
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
SUNCOMMON FAST CHARGER 2
South Burlington, VT
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 3
VIALYNK: 1
Non-Networked: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Middlebury (village), VT
Late night in Middlebury (village) on Monday
Local time
2:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
8 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
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 Burlington, VT to Middlebury (village), VT covers 34.7 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ethan Allen Highway, Shelburne Road, U.S. Route 7. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 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 $5.55 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.
The drive from Burlington, VT to Middlebury (village), VT is easy. At 56m with 9% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burlington, VT to Middlebury (village), VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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