Origin
Northfield, VT
Night in Northfield on Friday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northfield, VT to Woodbury, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northfield, VT
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Woodbury, VT
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Trip Overview
Northfield, VT to Woodbury, VT is 30 miles and takes about 53 minutes via Vermont Route 14 North, U.S. Route 2, and Crosstown Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Vermont, making it a convenient local excursion. You'll primarily be on highway-style roads for this drive, which accounts for 75% of the route. It’s a straightforward journey, ideal for a quick transfer or a leisurely afternoon drive without needing an overnight stay. Consider this a simple, efficient route connecting two points within the Green Mountain State.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 30 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 75% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.9 miles on Vermont Route 14 North, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. As you transition to U.S. Route 2 and then Crosstown Road, the character may shift slightly, but the highway feel generally prevails. Expect a relatively smooth and direct driving experience, suitable for those who prefer covering ground efficiently rather than navigating complex local byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 14 North is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 14 North and U.S. Route 2. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Water Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30 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: near the start (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 12 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (Crosstown Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Water Street
Turn left onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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VT 12 / North Main Street
Turn left onto VT 12 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Crosstown Road
Turn right onto Crosstown Road
Navigation decision point
4
9.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Berlin State Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
11.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 2 / River Street
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / River Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 14 North | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Crosstown Road | 3.8 mi | 9m |
| Vermont Route 12 North | 3 mi | 5m |
| Berlin State Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 14 North
— 13.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield, VT and Woodbury, VT.
1
Start on this road
183 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Water Street
208 ft
·
13 sec
·
Water Street
3
Turn left onto VT 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on VT 12
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 12 North
5
Turn right onto Crosstown Road
3.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Crosstown Road
6
Continue on Crosstown Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crosstown Road
7
Turn left onto Paine Turnpike North
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Paine Turnpike North
8
Turn right onto VT 62
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin State Highway
10
Turn left onto US 302
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Barre-Montpelier Road
11
Continue on US 302
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
12
Enter roundabout onto US 2
5 ft
·
0 sec
·
River Street
13
Continue on US 2
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
14
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
15
Continue on US 2
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 2
16
Turn left onto VT 14
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Vermont Route 14 North
17
Turn left onto Valley Lake Road
311 ft
·
13 sec
·
Valley Lake Road
18
Arrive at destination
Valley Lake Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Northfield, VT · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Northfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodbury, VT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Woodbury, 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
$4.83 one way
$9.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.31 | $10.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% 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
Woodbury, VT
Night in Woodbury on Friday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m 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 Northfield, VT to Woodbury, VT covers 30 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 14 North, U.S. Route 2, Crosstown 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 15 miles from Northfield, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.83 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 30 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: near the start (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (VT 12 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (Crosstown Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Northfield, VT to Woodbury, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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