Coventry to Burlington is 76.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 56 minutes via I 89, Vermont Route 100, and Vermont Route 58 West, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll find it to be a practical and efficient way to travel between these two points, with most of your journey on well-maintained roads. Consider this route if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated transit between destinations in Vermont.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.1 miles from Coventry, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
17.7 mi
21m
Vermont Route 100
13.4 mi
19m
Vermont Route 58 West
8.3 mi
12m
Main Street
8.2 mi
14m
Vermont Route 15 West
8.1 mi
13m
Vermont Route 100C
4.6 mi
8m
Highbridge Road
4.5 mi
6m
Vermont Route 14
3.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 17.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coventry, VT and Burlington, VT.
1
Start on Covered Bridge Road
72 ft·4 sec·Covered Bridge Road
2
Turn right onto Heermanville Road
102 ft·6 sec·Heermanville Road
3
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi·36 sec·Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 5; VT 14
0.2 mi·16 sec·U.S. Route 5
5
Turn slight right onto VT 14
3.6 mi·6 min·Vermont Route 14
Toward VT 14 South
6
Turn right onto VT 58
8.3 mi·12 min·Vermont Route 58 West
7
Turn left onto VT 100
13 mi·19 min·Vermont Route 100
8
Continue on VT 100C
4.6 mi·8 min·Vermont Route 100C
9
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15
0.8 mi·1 min·Lower Main Street East
10
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 15 West
11
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
114 ft·2 sec·Vermont Route 15
12
Continue on VT 15
3.3 mi·5 min·Vermont Route 15
13
Turn right onto VT 104
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 104
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on VT 104
6.9 mi·10 min·Main Street
15
Turn left onto VT 104A
4.5 mi·6 min·Highbridge Road
16
Turn right onto US 7
0.5 mi·55 sec·Ethan Allen Highway
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
18
Merge onto I 89
18 mi·21 min·I 89
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward US 2 West: Burlington
20
Turn straight onto US 2
0.2 mi·29 sec·Williston Road
21
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·3 min·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 56 minutes, this drive is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Plan to leave in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of potentially lighter traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, filling up before you leave Coventry is a good idea. While there are no designated stops in the data, keep an eye out for rest areas along I 89 if needed. The longest stretch is 17.7 miles on I 89, so be prepared for that continuous section of highway driving.
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 38.1 miles from Coventry, VT, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.7 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coventry, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coventry, VT
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Coventry, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 17.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Heermanville Road
Turn right onto Heermanville Road
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5
Turn right onto US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip|~7m in|VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 West
Turn right onto VT 58 / Vermont Route 58 West
Navigation decision point
5
42.6 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Turn right onto VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.25 one way
$24.50 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.48
$26.96
premium
$4.86
$14.57
$29.15
diesel
$5.61
$16.80
$33.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.8
0
$7.99
$3.65
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.66
$3.04
EV Truck/SUV
30.4
0
$10.65
$4.87
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Coventry, VT
Afternoon
in Coventry on Saturday
Local time
3:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Burlington, VT
Afternoon
in Burlington on Saturday
Local time
3:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Fletcher, VT
38 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
3 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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with about 80% of the mileage spent on higher-speed roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on I 89, covering 17.7 miles. Expect a mix of interstate driving and potentially some more local road segments as you transition between major highways like I 89 and Vermont Route 100. The character of the drive is generally efficient, designed for covering ground at a steady pace rather than for leisurely sightseeing. The highway share means you'll be moving quickly for the majority of the trip.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 100. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Heermanville Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 56m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Heermanville Road): Navigation decision point; near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Heermanville Road): Navigation decision point; near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 5; VT 14 / U.S. Route 5): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burlington, VT before heading back.
