Origin
Jericho, VT
Night in Jericho on Thursday
Local time
10:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
33.6 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jericho, VT
Arjanne Holsappel
Montpelier, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT covers 33.6 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Vermont Route 117, Skunk Hollow Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.9 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 33.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 33.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 117. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.9 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 24.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 117. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 15 / Vermont Route 15.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m 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 15 / Vermont Route 15): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Lee River Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (VT 117 / Vermont Route 117): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Turn sharp left onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lee River Road
Turn left onto Lee River Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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VT 117 / Vermont Route 117
Turn sharp left onto VT 117 / Vermont Route 117
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
6.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 2 / West Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
31.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
Saint Johnsbury
31.7 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 117 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Skunk Hollow Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| River Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Plains Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 24.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jericho, VT and Montpelier, VT.
1
Start on this road
89 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
Toward VT 15 West
2
Turn sharp left onto VT 15
90 ft
·
5 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
3
Turn left onto Lee River Road
210 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lee River Road
4
Turn right onto Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Plains Road
5
Turn right onto Skunk Hollow Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Skunk Hollow Road
6
Turn sharp left onto VT 117
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 117
7
Continue on VT 117
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
10
Merge onto I 89
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 89
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
12
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
VT 12; US 2 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Jericho, VT · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Jericho, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montpelier, VT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Montpelier, VT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.43 | $12.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Montpelier, VT
Night in Montpelier on Thursday
Local time
10:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Bolton, VT
17 mi in
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
27 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
45m 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 Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT covers 33.6 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 117, Skunk Hollow 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 16.8 miles from Jericho, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.41 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 45m 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 15 / Vermont Route 15): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Lee River Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (VT 117 / Vermont Route 117): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
On the drive from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
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