Origin
Saint Johnsbury, VT
Morning in Saint Johnsbury on Friday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Johnsbury, VT
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Orange County, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Chelsea Road, Waits River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.1 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 49.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Chelsea Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.1 miles on I 91.
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 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Chelsea Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT is easy. At 1h 14m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.7 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward VT 25: Bradford, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 16
Toward VT 25: Bradford, Barre
4
32.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
VT 25 / Waits River Road
Turn right onto VT 25 / Waits River Road
Navigation decision point
4
42.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Chelsea Road
Turn left onto Chelsea Road
Navigation decision point
5
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
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Vershire Riding School Road
Turn sharp right onto Vershire Riding School Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
Barre
32.6 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 31.1 mi | 35m |
| Chelsea Road | 7.5 mi | 17m |
| Waits River Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Goose Green Road | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Railroad Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Vershire Riding School Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Portland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 31.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Johnsbury, VT and Orange County, VT.
1
Start on US 2
105 ft
·
7 sec
·
Portland Street
2
Turn left onto US 2; US 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
4
Merge onto I 91
31 mi
·
35 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 16
Toward VT 25: Bradford, Barre
6
Turn right onto VT 25
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Waits River Road
7
Turn left onto Chelsea Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Chelsea Road
8
Continue on Goose Green Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Goose Green Road
9
Turn left onto Chelsea Road
5.7 mi
·
13 min
·
Chelsea Road
10
Continue on Goose Green Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Goose Green Road
11
Turn sharp right onto Vershire Riding School Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Vershire Riding School Road
12
Arrive at destination
Vershire Riding School Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Saint Johnsbury, VT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orange County, VT
The final approach into Orange County, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.97 one way
$15.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.48 | $18.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Orange County, VT
Morning in Orange County on Friday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bradford, VT
25 mi in
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
29 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
1h 14m 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 Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Chelsea Road, Waits River 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 24.8 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.97 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 Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT is easy. At 1h 14m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.7 miles (VT 25 / Waits River Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Saint Johnsbury, VT to Orange County, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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