Origin
Randolph, VT
Night in Randolph on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Randolph, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Essex Junction, VT
Dave Luzi, Litchfield CT REALTOR
Trip Overview
The drive from Randolph, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Essex Road, Vermont Route 66 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.4 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.52 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
29.8 miles from Randolph, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 59.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Essex Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.4 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 52.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,675 ft
323 ft
Total Climb
1,097 ft
Total Descent
1,436 ft
Highest Point
1,675 ft
~12.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,352 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Essex Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near VT 12 / Central Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (VT 12 / Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (VT 66 / Central Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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VT 12 / Central Street
Turn right onto VT 12 / Central Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 66 / Central Street
Keep slight right at fork onto VT 66 / Central Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
6
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
4
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
VT 2A / Saint George Road
Turn right onto VT 2A / Saint George Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 52.4 mi | 1h |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 66 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Saint George Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Central Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 52.4 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randolph, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on VT 12
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto VT 12
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Central Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto VT 66
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Central Street
4
Continue on VT 66
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 66
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
6
Merge onto I 89
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
8
Turn right onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
9
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
10
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
11
Turn slight right onto VT 15
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
VT 15
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 29.8 miles from Randolph, VT, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.4 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 59.5 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.8 miles or 36m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex Junction, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Randolph, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Randolph, VT
This is one driving day of about 59.5 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Randolph, 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 I 89 for about 52.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Randolph, VT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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
$9.52 one way
$19.05 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.44 | $20.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.22 | $26.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Essex Junction, VT
Night in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
30 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
20 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
1h 13m 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 Randolph, VT to Essex Junction, VT covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Essex Road, Vermont Route 66. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.8 miles from Randolph, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.52 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 1h 13m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (VT 12 / Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (VT 66 / Central Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Randolph, VT to Essex Junction, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 323 ft to 1,675 ft elevation with about 1,097 ft of total climbing.
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