Origin
Montpelier, VT
Night in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montpelier, VT to Lyndonville, VT
Drive Time
57m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montpelier, VT
Andrea Davis
Lyndonville, VT
Marta Wave
Trip Overview
Traveling from Montpelier to Lyndonville is a straightforward 42.9-mile journey that typically takes about 57 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize U.S. Route 2, I-91, and Towne Hill Road to navigate between these two Northeast Vermont locations. With a fuel cost of approximately $7, the drive is highly economical for most vehicles. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, the route offers a reliable connection through the state's interior.
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
21.4 miles from Montpelier, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 84% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on major thoroughfares, including a significant 29.4-mile uninterrupted stretch along U.S. Route 2. The transition from local roads like Towne Hill Road onto the larger highway network defines the character of the trip, shifting from slower neighborhood transitions to steady, consistent movement. This profile makes for a functional, efficient drive rather than a winding backroads exploration. You should anticipate a direct, no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and efficiency over technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Route 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1 miles (Towne Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Towne Hill Road
Turn right onto Towne Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 2 / U.S. Route 2
At end of road, turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
6
41.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
4
41.6 mi into trip
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~55m in
|
US 5 / Memorial Drive
Turn right onto US 5 / Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 | 29.4 mi | 35m |
| I 91 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Towne Hill Road | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 29.4 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montpelier, VT and Lyndonville, VT.
1
Start on VT 12; US 2 Business
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
37 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto Towne Hill Road
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Towne Hill Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
U.S. Route 2
6
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
7
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
8
Continue on US 2
26 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 2
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 91
10
Merge onto I 91
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
12
Turn right onto US 5
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Memorial Drive
13
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
14
Turn left onto VT 122 ALT
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
Center Street
15
Arrive at destination
VT 122 ALT
Trip Plan
Since the trip is short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning for a one-day turnaround is ideal. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled into the 57-minute duration, you can easily complete the drive in a single push without needing to factor in extensive rest breaks. Keep in mind that the majority of your time will be spent on highways, so ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave; the $7 fuel estimate should cover your transit comfortably. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider timing your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on I-91 to keep your travel time consistent with the 57-minute expectation.
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 21.4 miles from Montpelier, VT, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 42.9 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.4 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndonville, 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 42.9 miles and 57m.
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 U.S. Route 2 for about 29.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Montpelier, VT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Montpelier, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lyndonville, VT
The final approach into Lyndonville, 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 Lyndonville, 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
$6.87 one way
$13.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.15 | $16.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Lyndonville, VT
Night in Lyndonville on Sunday
Local time
11:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
21 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
16 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
57m 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 Lyndonville, VT covers 42.9 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 2, I 91, Towne Hill 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 21.4 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 $6.87 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 57m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1 miles (Towne Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point.
The route from Montpelier, VT to Lyndonville, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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