Trip from Huntington, VT to Winooski, VT

Drive Time

38m

Distance

21.9 mi

35 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 36m ★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Huntington, VT, VT

Huntington, VT

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Downtown Winooski, VT, VT

Winooski, VT

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick transition from Huntington to Winooski, Vermont, this 21.9-mile journey is an efficient trip that clocks in at approximately 38 minutes. Because the distance is so manageable, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $4 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans within the Northeast. You will navigate a mix of rural roads and interstate travel, providing a straightforward connection between these two Vermont locations. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of exploration, this route offers a practical and direct path for your itinerary.

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

11 miles from Huntington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 21.9-mile route features a mixed drive profile, transitioning from local roads to a faster pace on the interstate. You will start on Huntington Road and Main Road before transitioning to I-89, which accounts for 54% of your total travel time. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during your 11.9-mile stint on I-89, where you can maintain a steady speed. As you move away from the local roads onto the highway, the driving experience shifts from a quiet, localized feel to the standard pace of interstate travel. It is a functional drive that balances smaller surface streets with the efficiency of a major thoroughfare.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 11.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Raven Ridge.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Raven Ridge): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (US 2 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Raven Ridge

Turn left onto Raven Ridge

Navigation decision point

4
7.1 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 2 / West Main Street

Turn left onto US 2 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
9.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 89

Merge onto I 89

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
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21.1 mi into trip | ~36m 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
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21.2 mi into trip | ~36m in | 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.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 89 11.9 mi 14m
Huntington Road 4.2 mi 10m
Main Road 2.2 mi 5m
West Main Street 1.7 mi 3m
East Allen Street 0.7 mi 2m
Bridge Street 0.6 mi 1m
Raven Ridge <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 89 — 11.9 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, VT and Winooski, VT.

1

Start on this road

321 ft · 25 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto Raven Ridge

104 ft · 6 sec · Raven Ridge
3

Turn left onto Main Road

2.2 mi · 5 min · Main Road
4

Continue on Huntington Road

4.2 mi · 10 min · Huntington Road
5

Turn left onto Bridge Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
6

Turn left onto US 2

1.7 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
8

Merge onto I 89

12 mi · 14 min · I 89
Use the none lane.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction Use the left lane.
10

At end of road, turn left onto VT 15

0.7 mi · 2 min · East Allen Street
Use the none lane.
11

Turn straight onto East Allen Street

17 ft · 0 sec · East Allen Street
12

Arrive at destination

East Allen Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 38-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the duration is brief enough to drive through in one go. Keep in mind that with a fuel budget of $4, you can easily handle the trip on a single tank without worrying about mid-route refueling. Given the highway-heavy nature of this route, try to avoid peak traffic hours on I-89 to ensure you maintain your estimated arrival time. Being prepared for the transition from the local roads to the interstate will help you navigate the 21.9-mile distance with ease.

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 11 miles from Huntington, VT, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.9 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 21.9 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11 miles or 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 33m

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 Huntington, 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 Huntington, VT

This is one driving day of about 21.9 miles and 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntington, 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 11.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11 mi from Huntington, VT · 23m into the drive

Downtown Peru, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peru, NY

11 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

Peru, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Peru, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11 miles from Huntington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

$3.51 one way

$7.01 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $3.84 $7.69
premium $4.83 $4.16 $8.33
diesel $5.64 $4.87 $9.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.6 0 $2.30 $1.05
Efficient EV 5.5 0 $1.92 $0.88
EV Truck/SUV 8.8 0 $3.07 $1.40

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Huntington, VT

Late night in Huntington on Monday

Local time

12:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Winooski, VT

Late night in Winooski on Monday

Local time

12:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Peru, NY

11 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

7 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

38m 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 Huntington, VT to Winooski, VT covers 21.9 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Huntington Road, Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 miles from Huntington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.51 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.
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Raven Ridge): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (US 2 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Huntington, VT to Winooski, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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