Origin
Montpelier, VT
Night in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Montpelier, VT to Jamaica, VT
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
105.3 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
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6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montpelier, VT
Andrea Davis
Jamaica, VT
Dre Dawkcide
Trip Overview
Spanning 105.3 miles across Vermont, this drive from Montpelier to Jamaica is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an ideal excursion for those looking to traverse the state without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $17 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. The route primarily utilizes I-89, Vermont Route 107, and Vermont Route 100 to navigate through the Northeast region. It is a practical, efficient path that favors highway travel over winding backroads, perfect for travelers who prioritize consistency and time management.
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
52.6 miles from Montpelier, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 90% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major routes. The journey features a mix of high-speed interstate travel and state highway driving, offering a balanced pace throughout the 105.3-mile distance. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Vermont Route 100, where you will cover 36.2 miles of road without needing to deviate. As you transition from the interstate onto state routes, the character of the drive shifts, providing a more focused connection between the two points. It is a reliable, steady drive that avoids the complexities of technical, local-only roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 100 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 100 and I 89. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 2 / Memorial Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 2 / Memorial Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.6 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2 / Memorial Drive
Turn right onto US 2 / Memorial Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
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VT 107
Take the exit onto VT 107 toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
4
32.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
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VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Turn right onto VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Navigation decision point
5
93.7 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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VT 11 / Vermont Route 11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11 / Vermont Route 11
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Montpelier, VT to Jamaica, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
Royalton
32.6 mi in
|
~38m
|
via VT 107
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 100 | 36.2 mi | 55m |
| I 89 | 30.7 mi | 35m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 100 South | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| U.S. Route 4 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 5 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Middletown Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 100
— 36.2 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montpelier, VT and Jamaica, VT.
1
Start on VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the none lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 89
31 mi
·
35 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit onto VT 107
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
VT 107
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
6
Turn right onto VT 107
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
7
Continue on VT 107
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
8
Turn slight left onto VT 107
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
River Street
9
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 107
10
Continue on VT 100
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 100
11
Continue on VT 100
421 ft
·
7 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
12
Merge onto US 4; VT 100
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. Route 4
13
Turn right onto VT 100
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Vermont Route 100
14
At end of road, turn left onto VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 103 North
15
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
16
Continue on Pond Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pond Street
17
Continue on Pond Street
156 ft
·
6 sec
·
Pond Street
18
Turn right onto VT 100
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Andover Street
19
Continue on VT 100
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 100 South
20
At end of road, turn left onto VT 100
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 100
21
Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
22
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 100
23
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11
290 ft
·
8 sec
·
Vermont Route 11
24
Turn slight right onto Middletown Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Middletown Road
25
Continue on VT 100
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 100
26
At end of road, turn left onto VT 30; VT 100
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 30
27
Turn left onto Depot Street
91 ft
·
11 sec
·
Depot Street
28
Continue on Depot Street
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
Depot Street
29
Arrive at destination
Depot Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip efficient and on track. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on highways, so stay alert for changing speed limits as you transition from I-89 onto Vermont Route 107 and Route 100. If you are looking to maximize your daylight, consider leaving Montpelier in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace. Always check your fuel levels before hitting the road, as the $17 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on current local prices.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 52.6 miles from Montpelier, VT, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.2 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 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.6 miles or 1h 11m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamaica, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montpelier, 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 Montpelier, VT
This is one driving day of about 105.3 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Montpelier, 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 Vermont Route 100 for about 36.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.6 mi from Montpelier, VT · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.6 miles from Montpelier, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jamaica, VT
The final approach into Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, 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
$16.86 one way
$33.71 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $18.48 | $36.95 |
| premium | $4.83 | $20.02 | $40.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.39 | $46.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.05 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.74 | $6.74 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Jamaica, VT
Night in Jamaica on Sunday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
6 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
2h 37m 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 Montpelier, VT to Jamaica, VT covers 105.3 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 100, I 89, Vermont Route 107. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.6 miles from Montpelier, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.86 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.3 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 2 / Memorial Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.6 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Montpelier, VT to Jamaica, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
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