Origin
Shaftsbury, VT
Morning in Shaftsbury on Wednesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Shaftsbury, VT to St Johnsbury, VT
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Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
149.4 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
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6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St Johnsbury, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Shaftsbury, VT to St Johnsbury, VT covers 149.4 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Vermont Route 11 30, U.S. Route 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 93.4 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.05 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.7 miles from Shaftsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 16m highway drive covering 149.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Vermont Route 11 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 93.4 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 23 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 93.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 11 30. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.4 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: at 6.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward VT 11, VT 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward VT 11, VT 30
7
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Jun...
5
147.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 20
Toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
5
147.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Shaftsbury, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 93.4 mi | 1h 48m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 11 West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 7A | 4 mi | 6m |
| Simonsville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 93.4 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shaftsbury, VT and St Johnsbury, VT.
1
Start on Dexter Road
117 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dexter Road
2
Turn left onto Old Depot Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Old Depot Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto VT 7A
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 7A
4
Turn right onto VT 313
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 313
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
6
Merge onto US 7
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
U.S. Route 7
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward VT 11, VT 30
8
Turn right onto VT 11; VT 30
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
9
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
10
Continue on VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on VT 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
12
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
13
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
14
Continue on VT 11
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
16
Continue on VT 103
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockingham Road
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
18
Merge onto I 91
93 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 91
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
21
Turn straight onto US 5
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 5
22
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.7 miles from Shaftsbury, VT, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.4 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St Johnsbury, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shaftsbury, 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 Shaftsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 149.4 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shaftsbury, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 93.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Shaftsbury, VT · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Shaftsbury, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.4 miles.
Arriving in St Johnsbury, VT
The final approach into St Johnsbury, 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 St Johnsbury, 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
$24.05 one way
$48.10 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $26.46 | $52.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $28.61 | $57.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.99 | $65.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.69 | $7.17 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.07 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.92 | $9.56 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
St Johnsbury, VT
Morning in St Johnsbury on Wednesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
5 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
3h 16m 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 Shaftsbury, VT to St Johnsbury, VT covers 149.4 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Vermont Route 11 30, U.S. Route 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 miles from Shaftsbury, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.4 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: at 6.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Shaftsbury, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
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