Trip from Montpelier, VT to Londonderry, VT

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

93.8 mi

151 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Montpelier, VT, VT

Montpelier, VT

Andrea Davis

Downtown Londonderry, VT, VT

Londonderry, VT

Gupta Sahil

Trip Overview

Traveling from Montpelier to Londonderry covers 93.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short trek within Vermont, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the journey. The route utilizes a combination of I-89, Vermont Route 107, and Vermont Route 100 to navigate between these two Northeast locations. It is a practical, efficient connection that links the capital region to the southern part of the state, making it ideal for travelers who value a direct path.

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

46.9 miles from Montpelier, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will transition between interstate travel and regional state routes, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the 93.8-mile distance. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Vermont Route 100, which spans 32.3 miles and serves as the backbone of the latter half of your trip. Expect a transition from the wider lanes of I-89 to the more contained feel of the state routes as you head south. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes steady progress over technical complexity.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 32.3 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 11 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 93.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 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 | 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 | VT 107 / Vermont Route 107

Turn right onto VT 107 / Vermont Route 107

Navigation decision point

5
93.7 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | 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 Londonderry, 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 32.3 mi 48m
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
River Street 3.4 mi 5m
Memorial Drive 1.2 mi 2m
Main Street 1.1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Vermont Route 100 — 32.3 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Montpelier, VT and Londonderry, 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

372 ft · 10 sec · Vermont Route 11
24

Arrive at destination

VT 11

Trip Plan

Since the total duration is just over two hours with no mandatory stops, you have significant flexibility in how you pace your departure. If you prefer to avoid traffic, consider leaving Montpelier during mid-morning hours to maintain a smooth flow through the transition between I-89 and the state highways. Because the route is short, you can easily complete it in one go without needing extended rest breaks. A helpful tip for this specific 93.8-mile journey is to ensure your fuel tank is ready for the $15 cost before leaving the capital, as service stations are most convenient near your starting point. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage, allowing you to arrive in Londonderry feeling refreshed and ready for your next activity.

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 46.9 miles from Montpelier, VT, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.3 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 46.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Londonderry, 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 93.8 miles and 2h 16m.

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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 100 for about 32.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.9 mi from Montpelier, VT · 1h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

47 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rome, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Montpelier, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Londonderry, VT

The final approach into Londonderry, 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 Londonderry, 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

$15.02 one way

$30.03 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $16.46 $32.92
premium $4.83 $17.83 $35.66
diesel $5.64 $20.84 $41.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.1 0 $9.85 $4.50
Efficient EV 23.5 0 $8.21 $3.75
EV Truck/SUV 37.5 0 $13.13 $6.00

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Montpelier, VT

Night in Montpelier on Sunday

Local time

9:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Londonderry, VT

Night in Londonderry on Sunday

Local time

9:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°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

5 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 16m 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 Londonderry, VT covers 93.8 miles and takes about 2h 16m 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 46.9 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 $15.02 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 Londonderry, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.

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