Origin
Hinesburg, VT
Night in Hinesburg on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hinesburg, VT to Barre, VT
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.7 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
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6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Barre, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across Vermont, the 46.7-mile connection between Hinesburg and Barre is an efficient choice. You can easily complete this drive in about an hour, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is a very economical route for your travel plans. You will navigate primarily via I-89, Vermont Route 62, and Vermont Route 116 to reach your destination. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region, you won't experience significant climatic or cultural shifts, keeping the journey consistent throughout. It is a practical, no-nonsense trip that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
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
23.4 miles from Hinesburg, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 33 miles on I-89. While the route begins and ends on local Vermont roads, the vast majority of your time is spent maintaining a steady pace on the interstate. Expect a functional, efficient driving experience rather than a winding backroads tour. Once you exit the interstate, you will transition onto Vermont Route 62 to complete the final leg of your trek into Barre.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 33 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 62. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43 miles (VT 62 / Vermont Route 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3 mi into trip
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~4m in
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VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Turn right onto VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Navigation decision point
6
41.2 mi into trip
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~50m 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
4
43 mi into trip
|
~53m in
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VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
46.6 mi into trip
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~59m in
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Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
46.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 33 mi | 38m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Saint George Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 33 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinesburg, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on VT 116
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 116
2
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
3
Continue on VT 2A
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint George Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
33 mi
·
38 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
7
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
8
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
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Vermont Route 62
9
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
11
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
12
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short and direct, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for mid-route stops, as the one-hour duration allows you to comfortably drive the entire distance in a single push. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as you will be spending the bulk of your time at highway speeds. Since there are no scheduled stops required for a 46.7-mile trip, use the simplicity of the route to your advantage by planning your arrival in Barre for a specific morning or afternoon window. Staying aware of traffic flow on I-89 will be your best strategy for maintaining that one-hour arrival estimate.
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 23.4 miles from Hinesburg, VT, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33 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 46.7 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.4 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
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 Hinesburg, 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 Hinesburg, VT
This is one driving day of about 46.7 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hinesburg, 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 33 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Hinesburg, VT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
$7.48 one way
$14.95 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.19 | $16.39 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
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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
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
1h 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 Hinesburg, VT to Barre, VT covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 62, Vermont Route 116. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from Hinesburg, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.48 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 drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43 miles (VT 62 / Vermont Route 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Hinesburg, VT to Barre, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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