Origin
Lincoln, VT
Night in Lincoln on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
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.
Lincoln, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT covers 20.7 miles and takes about 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Quaker Street, West River Road, Lincoln Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.33 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.3 miles from Lincoln, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 38m drive with frequent turns across 20.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Quaker Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT is easy. At 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Quaker Street | — | — |
| West River Road | — | — |
| Lincoln Road | — | — |
| North 116 Road | — | — |
| Rockydale Road | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| West Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Quaker Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Cornwall, VT.
1
Start on Quaker Street
46 ft
·
9 sec
·
Quaker Street
2
Continue on Quaker Street
115 ft
·
3 sec
·
Quaker Street
3
Turn right onto West River Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West River Road
4
Continue on Lincoln Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Road
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto North 116 Road
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 116 Road
6
Continue on Rockydale Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
7
Continue on East Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
8
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
9
Continue on West Street
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Street
10
Continue on Stony Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
11
Turn left onto South 116 Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South 116 Road
12
Continue on River Road
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
River Road
13
Turn left onto Ethan Allen Highway
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
14
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
16
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on Vermont Route 30
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 30
18
Turn right onto Fisher Road
141 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fisher Road
19
Turn left onto Park Lane
246 ft
·
11 sec
·
Park Lane
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 10.3 miles from Lincoln, VT, or about 19m into the drive.
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 20.7 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 miles or 19m 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 Cornwall, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Lincoln, VT.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lincoln, VT
This is one driving day of about 20.7 miles and 38m.
At 20.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Lincoln, VT · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.3 miles from Lincoln, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cornwall, VT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cornwall, 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
$3.33 one way
$6.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.96 | $7.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Cornwall, VT
Night in Cornwall on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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 Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT covers 20.7 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Quaker Street, West River Road, Lincoln Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 miles from Lincoln, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.33 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.
The drive from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT is easy. At 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lincoln, VT to Cornwall, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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