Origin
Chelsea, VT
Afternoon in Chelsea on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chelsea, VT
Nacho Gomez
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Chelsea to Barre, Vermont, you are looking at a quick 16.9-mile trip that typically takes about 35 minutes. This short jaunt is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it requires no overnight stops to complete comfortably. You will navigate using a combination of Vermont Route 110, Chelsea Road, and Vermont Route 14. With fuel costs estimated at around $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly drive. The route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Vermont, making it a straightforward connection between two local communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 16.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and state highways. About 46% of your journey will be spent on highways, providing a balanced pace that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate commute. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 4.3 miles while traveling along Vermont Route 110. The road's personality shifts as you move from the local Chelsea Road onto the more established Route 14, requiring you to stay alert as the infrastructure changes. It is a manageable drive that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 110 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT is easy. At 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 110 | — | — |
| Williamstown Road | — | — |
| Chelsea Road | — | — |
| Route 14 | — | — |
| South Barre Road | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Prospect Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 110
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelsea, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on Vermont Route 110
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 110
2
Turn left onto Williamstown Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Williamstown Road
3
Continue on Chelsea Road
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Chelsea Road
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Vermont Route 14
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 14
5
Continue on South Barre Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Barre Road
6
Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
7
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
8
Turn right
174 ft
·
13 sec
9
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.99 | $5.99 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Barre, VT
Afternoon in Barre on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
35m 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 Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT covers 16.9 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 110, Williamstown Road, Chelsea Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Chelsea, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.72 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 Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT is easy. At 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chelsea, VT to Barre, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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