Origin
Eden, VT
Late night in Eden on Monday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eden, VT to Barre, VT
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
49.7 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eden, VT
David Yu
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
Spanning 49.7 miles, this trek from Eden to Barre is a straightforward journey through the heart of Vermont. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a highly economical route for those looking to traverse the Northeast region efficiently. Since the entire drive takes place within the state, you won't need to worry about crossing borders or adjusting for regional shifts. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without requiring an overnight stay.
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
24.8 miles from Eden, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 62% of your travel time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of Vermont Route 100, the Waterbury Stowe Road, and a significant segment of I-89. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 13.2-mile run on I-89, which provides a welcome break from the tighter turns of local roads. Expect the road's personality to shift as you transition from smaller state routes onto the wider interstate, offering a balanced experience for the driver. It is a functional route designed for steady movement rather than a slow, winding backroads cruise.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 13.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 VT 100 / Vermont Route 100.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 10 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 (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
5
11.2 mi into trip
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~16m in
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VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass
Enter roundabout onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
44.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
5
49.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
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Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
49.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Eden, VT to Barre, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
Montpelier
30.7 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Waterbury Stowe Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Laporte Road | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Pucker Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Waterbury Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 15 East | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 13.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on VT 118
23 ft
·
3 sec
·
Belvidere Road
2
Turn right onto VT 100
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 100
3
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100
184 ft
·
3 sec
·
Vermont Route 15 East
4
Continue on VT 15; VT 100
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 15 East
5
Enter roundabout onto VT 100
50 ft
·
1 sec
·
Vermont Route 100 Bypass
6
Continue on VT 100
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 100 Bypass
7
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Laporte Road
8
Continue on VT 100
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pucker Street
9
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
10
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterbury Road
12
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterbury Stowe Road
13
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
15
Merge onto I 89
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 89
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
17
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
18
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 62
19
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
20
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
21
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
22
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to your departure time. You can easily complete the 49.7-mile distance without needing to plan for formal rest stops, as the duration is manageable in a single push. If you prefer to avoid heavier traffic, check local conditions before hitting I-89, especially since that highway accounts for the majority of your time on the road. Keep your fuel level in mind despite the low $8 cost, as maintaining a full tank before leaving Eden is a smart habit for any Vermont drive. Since there are no scheduled stops in the route data, feel free to build in your own quick breaks along the Waterbury Stowe Road portion to stretch your legs.
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 24.8 miles from Eden, VT, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.2 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 49.7 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.8 miles or 41m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barre, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eden, 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.
+
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 Eden, VT
This is one driving day of about 49.7 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eden, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 13.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Eden, VT · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 Barre, VT
The final approach into Barre, 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 Barre, 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
$7.96 one way
$15.91 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.45 | $18.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Monday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
25 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 16m 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 Eden, VT to Barre, VT covers 49.7 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 100, Waterbury Stowe Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from Eden, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.96 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 is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Eden, VT to Barre, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
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