Origin
Pawlet, VT
Night in Pawlet on Sunday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
90.5 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pawlet, VT
Efrem Efre
Essex Junction, VT
Dave Luzi, Litchfield CT REALTOR
Trip Overview
The drive from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 90.5 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 133, Route 30, Route 149 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
45.2 miles from Pawlet, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 4m drive with frequent turns across 90.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 133 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 2h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 133 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 30 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 149 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 22A | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Route 133
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pawlet, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on Vermont Route 133
292 ft
·
9 sec
·
Vermont Route 133
2
Turn right onto Vermont Route 30
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
Turn left onto Vermont Route 149
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 149
4
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Main Street
5
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Street
6
Keep slight left to continue on North Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
7
Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto State Highway 22A
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 22A
9
Continue on South Main Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto North Park Place
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
North Park Place
11
Turn right onto Washington Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
12
Continue on Vermont Route 22A North
39 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Vermont Route 22A North
13
Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Monkton Road
15
Turn left onto U.S. Route 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
16
Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on Shelburne Road
6.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
19
Merge slight left onto I 89
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 89
20
Take the exit slight right toward I 89 South: Williston, Montpelier
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 89 South: Williston, Montpelier
21
Merge slight left
3.1 mi
·
3 min
22
Take the exit slight right toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
23
Turn left onto Saint George Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
24
Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
25
Continue on Park Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
26
Turn slight right onto Main Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 45.2 miles from Pawlet, VT, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pawlet, 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 Pawlet, VT
This is one driving day of about 90.5 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pawlet, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.2 mi from Pawlet, VT · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 Essex Junction, VT
The final approach into Essex Junction, 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 Essex Junction, 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
$14.49 one way
$28.97 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.88 | $31.76 |
| premium | $4.83 | $17.20 | $34.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.11 | $40.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.50 | $4.34 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Essex Junction, VT
Night in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
22 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
2h 4m 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 Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 90.5 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 133, Route 30, Route 149. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.2 miles from Pawlet, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.49 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.
The drive from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 2h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pawlet, VT to Essex Junction, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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