Origin
Burlington, VT
Morning in Burlington on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to Northfield, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
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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Northfield, VT
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Trip Overview
Burlington, VT to Northfield, VT is 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 7m via I 89, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, a journey through the Northeast connecting two points in the Green Mountain State. Given its short duration and highway focus, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely start to a longer adventure. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal fuss, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. The majority of the drive utilizes interstate, offering a consistent pace.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the route utilizing major roads like I 89. You'll experience a lengthy stretch of 45.4 miles on I 89, which means consistent speed and minimal distractions for a significant portion of the journey. The transition to Vermont Route 64 and then South Main Street in Northfield will introduce you to local road driving as you approach your destination. This shift offers a change of pace from the interstate, allowing for a gentler arrival into town.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
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 45.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Montpelier
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
6
47 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
6
47.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward VT 64 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward VT 64 West
4
49.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
VT 12 / Vermont Route 12 South
Turn right onto VT 12 / Vermont Route 12 South
Navigation decision point
4
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Burlington, VT to Northfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williamstown along the way.
Williamstown
47 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 45.4 mi | 52m |
| Vermont Route 64 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 12 South | 1 mi | 1m |
| Williston Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Water Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 45.4 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Northfield, 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
45 mi
·
52 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 5
Toward VT 64: Northfield, Williamstown
6
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
4 sec
Toward VT 64 West
7
Turn slight right onto VT 64
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 64
8
Turn right onto VT 12
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 12 South
9
Continue on VT 12
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn left onto Water Street
208 ft
·
6 sec
·
Water Street
11
Turn right
183 ft
·
13 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Burlington, VT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Northfield, VT
The final approach into Northfield, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.42 one way
$16.84 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.26 | $18.53 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.02 | $20.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Northfield, VT
Morning in Northfield on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Waterbury, VT
26 mi in
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
3 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
1h 7m 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 Northfield, VT covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 64, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 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 $8.42 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 1h 7m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Burlington, VT to Northfield, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williamstown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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