Origin
Jamaica, VT
Evening in Jamaica on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
113 mi
182 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
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6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica, VT
Dre Dawkcide
Essex Junction, VT
Dave Luzi, Litchfield CT REALTOR
Trip Overview
Spanning 113 miles through the heart of Vermont, this drive from Jamaica to Essex Junction typically takes about 3 hours and 1 minute. It is perfectly suited as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for exploring the Northeast. By utilizing a mix of US 7, Vermont Route 116, and Vermont Route 155, you can efficiently navigate the state's interior. Whether you are heading north for business or a weekend getaway, this route offers a straightforward path between the two regions.
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
56.5 miles from Jamaica, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 74% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major routes. The journey features a variety of road types, transitioning between well-traveled thoroughfares and local connectors. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 33 miles on US 7, which provides a steady rhythm to your travel. While the drive is efficient, the shift between highway speeds and secondary road navigation keeps the experience engaging. Prepare for a balanced trip that prioritizes forward progress while navigating the distinct infrastructure of the Vermont landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 33 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Vermont Route 116. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near Middletown Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 1m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles (Middletown Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.5 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 29.9 miles (VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Middletown Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Middletown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
11.5 mi into trip
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~20m in
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VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
4
29.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
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VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140
Turn left onto VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140
Navigation decision point
4
30 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
VT 155 / Village Street
Turn right onto VT 155 / Village Street
Navigation decision point
4
30.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Merge onto VT 103 / Vermont Route 103
Merge point - match speed before joining
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 33 mi | 53m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| Vermont Route 155 | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Vermont Route 103 | 8 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Case Street | 6 mi | 8m |
| South 116 Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 33 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on Depot Street
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Depot Street
2
Turn slight right onto VT 30; VT 100
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
Turn right onto VT 100
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 100 North
4
Continue on Middletown Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Middletown Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Middletown Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Middletown Road
6
Turn straight onto VT 11
290 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vermont Route 11
7
Turn right onto VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 100
8
Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on VT 100
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 100
10
Continue on VT 155
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 155
11
Continue on VT 155
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Weston Road
12
Turn left onto VT 140; VT 155
452 ft
·
13 sec
·
Vermont Route 140
13
Turn right onto VT 155
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Village Street
14
Merge onto VT 103
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Vermont Route 103
15
Turn right onto US 7
33 mi
·
53 min
·
US 7
16
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Ossie Road
17
Turn left onto VT 116
364 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
18
Continue on VT 116
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
19
Continue on VT 116
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South 116 Road
20
Turn right onto VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
21
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Street
22
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
23
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
24
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
25
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
26
Continue on VT 116
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 116
27
Continue on VT 116
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 116
28
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
29
Continue on VT 2A
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint George Road
30
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
31
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
32
Turn slight right onto VT 15
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
33
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over 3 hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Consider scheduling your one planned stop somewhere near the middle of the route to break up the 113-mile trek and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when entering the longer 33-mile stretches on US 7 to ensure you don't run low between service areas. Because this route relies heavily on state highways, checking for local road construction or seasonal traffic patterns before you leave Jamaica is a smart move. Use the efficiency of this drive to your advantage by planning your arrival in Essex Junction with plenty of time to spare.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.5 miles from Jamaica, VT, or about 1h 32m 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 80 miles or 2h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.5 miles or 1h 32m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, VT
This is one driving day of about 113 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamaica, 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 US 7 for about 33 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.5 mi from Jamaica, VT · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.5 miles from Jamaica, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Essex Junction, VT
The final approach into Essex Junction, 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 Essex Junction, 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
$18.09 one way
$36.18 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $19.83 | $39.66 |
| premium | $4.83 | $21.48 | $42.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.10 | $50.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.86 | $5.42 |
| Efficient EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.89 | $4.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.82 | $7.23 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Essex Junction, VT
Evening in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
8 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
3h 1m 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 Jamaica, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 113 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Vermont Route 116, Vermont Route 155. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.5 miles from Jamaica, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 straightforward 3h 1m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles (Middletown Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.5 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 29.9 miles (VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jamaica, VT to Essex Junction, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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