Origin
Chelsea, VT
Late night in Chelsea on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chelsea, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
55.9 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chelsea, VT
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Essex Junction, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Chelsea, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 55.9 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 110, Williamstown Road, Chelsea Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.00 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28 miles from Chelsea, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 55.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chelsea, VT to Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 1h 9m 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 Essex Junction, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 110 | — | — |
| Williamstown Road | — | — |
| Chelsea Road | — | — |
| Route 14 | — | — |
| Falls Bridge Road | — | — |
| West Road | — | — |
| Miller Road | — | — |
| Route 63 | — | — |
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 Essex Junction, 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
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 14
5
Turn left onto Falls Bridge Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Falls Bridge Road
6
Continue on West Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Road
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto Miller Road
167 ft
·
11 sec
·
Miller Road
8
Turn left onto Vermont Route 63
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 63
9
Take the ramp slight right toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
10
Merge slight left
37 mi
·
42 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
12
Turn right onto Saint George Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
13
Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
14
Continue on Park Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
15
Turn slight right onto Main Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at your destination
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 28 miles from Chelsea, VT, or about 34m into the drive.
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 12 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Chelsea, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chelsea, VT
This is one driving day of about 55.9 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Chelsea, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28 mi from Chelsea, VT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 28 miles from Chelsea, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Essex Junction, VT
The final approach into Essex Junction, 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
$9.00 one way
$18.00 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.90 | $19.80 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.70 | $21.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.83 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Essex Junction, VT
Late night in Essex Junction on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
5 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
1h 9m 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 Essex Junction, VT covers 55.9 miles and takes about 1h 9m 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 28 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 $9.00 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 Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 1h 9m 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 Essex Junction, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chelsea, VT to Essex Junction, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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