Origin
Dorset, VT
Night in Dorset on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dorset, VT to Winooski, VT
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
96.9 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dorset, VT
Phil Ledwith
Winooski, VT
www.kaboompics.com
Trip Overview
Traveling from Dorset to Winooski covers 96.9 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is well under three hours, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Vermont Route 30, Vermont Route 22A North, and the Ethan Allen Highway. Budgeting around $16 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey between these two Northeast locations. This route offers a straightforward path through the Vermont countryside, making it a manageable drive for those looking to reach the Winooski area efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Dorset, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that leans heavily into highway travel, with 71% of your journey spent on faster-paced roads. The character of the trip shifts as you transition between routes, featuring a notable 39.2-mile stretch on Vermont Route 22A North that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. While the route is highway-focused, you will navigate a mix of road types that keep the pace steady throughout the nearly 100-mile trek. You can anticipate a consistent experience behind the wheel, as the road infrastructure supports a reliable and predictable pace from the start in Dorset to your final arrival in Winooski.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 22A North is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A North and Vermont Route 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near CR 24 / North Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 96.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (CR 24 / North Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
15.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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CR 24 / North Street
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 24 / North Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
91.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right / right lanes.
Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
6
93.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
7
96.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
5
96.2 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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VT 15 / East Allen Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15 / East Allen Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Dorset, VT to Winooski, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.
Saint Albans
91.6 mi in
|
~2h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 22A North | 39.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 13.5 mi | 23m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 22A | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.6 mi | 13m |
| I 89 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 22A North
— 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dorset, VT and Winooski, VT.
1
Start on VT 30
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 30
2
Continue on VT 30
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
Turn left onto VT 149
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 149
4
Continue on NY 149
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Main Street
5
Turn right onto CR 24
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 24
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
7
Continue on CR 24
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto NY 22A
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 22A
9
Continue on VT 22A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto VT 22A
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Park Place
11
Turn right onto VT 22A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
12
Continue on Vermont Route 22A North
39 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Vermont Route 22A North
13
Continue on VT 22A
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Monkton Road
15
Turn left onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
16
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on US 7
6.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
Use the slight right / right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 189
Toward I 89
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
21
Merge onto I 89
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 89
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Use the left lane.
23
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Allen Street
Use the none lane.
24
Turn straight onto East Allen Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Allen Street
25
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time to avoid peak traffic. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your travel time within the 2-hour and 40-minute estimate. Keep a close eye on your odometer when transitioning onto Vermont Route 22A North, as that 39.2-mile segment is where you will spend the bulk of your time on the road. Be sure to check your fuel levels before leaving Dorset, as the $16 estimated cost is based on a direct transit. This quick, efficient route is best enjoyed by keeping your single stop brief to maintain your momentum toward Winooski.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 48.5 miles from Dorset, VT, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 80 miles or 2h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winooski, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dorset, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Dorset, VT
This is one driving day of about 96.9 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dorset, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 22A North for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Dorset, VT · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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
Arriving in Winooski, VT
The final approach into Winooski, 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 Winooski, 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
$15.51 one way
$31.02 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
| premium | $4.83 | $18.42 | $36.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.53 | $43.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.17 | $4.65 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.57 | $6.20 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Winooski, VT
Night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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 40m 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 Dorset, VT to Winooski, VT covers 96.9 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 22A North, Vermont Route 30, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.5 miles from Dorset, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.51 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 96.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (CR 24 / North Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Dorset, VT to Winooski, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.
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