Origin
Milton, VT
Late night in Milton on Monday
Local time
1:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milton, VT to Barre, VT
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milton, VT
Andrea Davis
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Milton to Barre, you are looking at a straightforward 59-mile trek through the heart of Vermont. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 17 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is highly economical for a quick getaway. You will primarily stick to I-89, transitioning onto U.S. Route 7 South and Vermont Route 62 to reach your destination. Because the journey is relatively short and focused on major thoroughfares, it serves as a highly efficient connection between these two Northeast locations.
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
29.5 miles from Milton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is defined by a heavy reliance on high-speed transit, with highway driving accounting for 95% of the total distance. Expect a consistent pace as you navigate the longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.4 miles along I-89. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration, the transition from the interstate to the local flow of Vermont Route 62 provides a clear shift in character as you approach Barre. Being behind the wheel here is a practical, no-nonsense experience that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads. You should prepare for a steady, highway-focused drive that keeps you moving toward your destination without significant interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 47.4 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 0.1 miles in near US 7 / River Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 17m 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: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 7 / River Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / River Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
6
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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
5
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 47.4 mi | 55m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| U.S. Route 7 South | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| River Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 47.4 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
3
Continue on River Street
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
River Street
4
Turn right onto Railroad Street
323 ft
·
9 sec
·
Railroad Street
5
Turn straight onto US 7
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
6
Turn right onto US 2
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 89
47 mi
·
55 min
·
I 89
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
10
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
11
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 62
12
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
14
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
15
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 59-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans. Because the trip takes well under two hours, you likely will not need to plan for formal stops, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. Keep in mind that with such a high percentage of highway travel, your fuel consumption will remain consistent, so filling up before you leave Milton should easily cover the $9 estimated cost for the entire round trip. If you are heading out during peak travel times, stay alert for typical traffic fluctuations on I-89. Ultimately, the simplicity of this route allows you to spend less time worrying about logistics and more time focusing on your arrival in Barre.
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 29.5 miles from Milton, VT, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 59 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.5 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
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 Milton, 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 Milton, VT
This is one driving day of about 59 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Milton, 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 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.5 mi from Milton, VT · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
| premium | $4.83 | $11.21 | $22.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.11 | $26.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.16 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Monday
Local time
1:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
30 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
3 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 17m 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 Milton, VT to Barre, VT covers 59 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 62, U.S. Route 7 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.5 miles from Milton, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.44 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 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Milton, VT to Barre, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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