Origin
Burlington, VT
Morning in Burlington on Saturday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to Sutton, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
91 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
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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Sutton, VT
Josef Traxler
Trip Overview
The drive from Burlington, VT to Sutton, VT covers 91 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, U.S. Route 2, I 91 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.3 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.5 miles from Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 91 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 2m highway drive covering 91 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.3 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 35.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 91 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.4 miles (US 2 / River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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
36.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
4
40.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 2 / River Street
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / River Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
81.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
5
83 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
US 5 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Burlington, VT and Sutton, VT, road signs point toward Saint Johnsbury and Burke.
Saint Johnsbury
36.9 mi in
|
~45m
Burke
81.3 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 35.3 mi | 41m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 32.9 mi | 41m |
| I 91 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Calendar Brook Road | 4.5 mi | 10m |
| Lynburke Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 35.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Sutton, 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
35 mi
·
41 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
6
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin Street
8
Turn slight left onto US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 2
137 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
10
Continue on US 2
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
11
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
12
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
13
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
14
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
15
Continue on US 2
26 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 2
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 91
17
Merge onto I 91
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
19
Turn right onto US 5
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Memorial Drive
20
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
21
Continue on US 5
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Depot Street
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Turn straight onto US 5
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lynburke Road
24
Turn slight left onto Calendar Brook Road
4.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Calendar Brook Road
25
Turn slight right onto Center Street
157 ft
·
5 sec
·
Center Street
26
Turn right onto Burke Road
182 ft
·
8 sec
·
Burke Road
27
Arrive at destination
Burke Road
Trip Plan
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 45.5 miles from Burlington, VT, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.3 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 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.5 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sutton, 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 91 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Burlington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 35.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.5 mi from Burlington, VT · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.5 miles from Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sutton, VT
The final approach into Sutton, 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 Sutton, 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
$14.65 one way
$29.30 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.43 | $34.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.09 | $40.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.96 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.74 | $5.82 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Sutton, VT
Morning in Sutton on Saturday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Cabot, VT
46 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
4 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
2h 2m 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 Sutton, VT covers 91 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, U.S. Route 2, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.5 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 $14.65 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 91 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.4 miles (US 2 / River Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Burlington, VT and Sutton, VT, road signs point toward Saint Johnsbury and Burke.
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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