Origin
Shelburne, VT
Night in Shelburne on Sunday
Local time
11:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shelburne, VT to Hinesburg, VT
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shelburne, VT
Tom Fisk
Hinesburg, VT
Marta Wave
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Shelburne and Hinesburg, this 8.2-mile journey is an ideal choice for a simple day trip. You can expect to spend about 15 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Northeast region of Vermont. With a minimal fuel budget of just $1, this route is as economical as it is brief. Because the entire trip is so short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. It functions best as a straightforward local transit, allowing you to get exactly where you need to go without any unnecessary delays or required stops.
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
4.1 miles from Shelburne, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local experience as you navigate your way through the Vermont landscape. You will primarily utilize Shelburne Falls Road, Irish Hill Road, and Falls Road to complete the transition. Highway driving is kept to a minimum, accounting for only 11% of your total travel time. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts just 2.9 miles on Shelburne Falls Road, meaning you will be managing frequent turns rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. The road demands your attention, offering a technical feel that contrasts sharply with the straight, predictable nature of major highways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Shelburne Falls Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Falls Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Falls Road): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (Dorset Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Shelburne Hinesburg Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Falls Road
Turn right onto Falls Road
Navigation decision point
3
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Dorset Street
Turn right onto Dorset Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Shelburne Hinesburg Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Shelburne Hinesburg Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
7.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
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VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
Turn right onto VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Falls Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Irish Hill Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Falls Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Shelburne Hinesburg Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Dorset Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Shelburne Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Shelburne Falls Road
— 2.9 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelburne, VT and Hinesburg, VT.
1
Start on US 7
28 ft
·
5 sec
·
Shelburne Road
2
Turn right onto Falls Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Falls Road
3
Continue on Falls Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Falls Road
4
Continue on Irish Hill Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Irish Hill Road
5
Turn right onto Dorset Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Dorset Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Shelburne Hinesburg Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Shelburne Hinesburg Road
7
Continue on Shelburne Falls Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Shelburne Falls Road
8
Turn right onto VT 116
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 116
9
Arrive at destination
VT 116
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 15 minutes long, you have complete flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows. You won't need to worry about pacing your stops, as the route is designed to be completed in a single, continuous stretch without any planned breaks. Keep in mind that because the road is quite winding, you should stay alert for the frequent changes in direction along the secondary roads. Given the low fuel cost of $1, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Shelburne without breaking your travel budget. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Hinesburg precisely around your personal commitments.
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 4.1 miles from Shelburne, VT, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.9 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 8.2 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hinesburg, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shelburne, 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 Shelburne, VT
This is one driving day of about 8.2 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shelburne, 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 Shelburne Falls Road for about 2.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Shelburne, VT · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 Hinesburg, VT
The final approach into Hinesburg, 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 Hinesburg, 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
$1.31 one way
$2.63 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.44 | $2.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.56 | $3.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Hinesburg, VT
Night in Hinesburg on Sunday
Local time
11:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
4 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
1 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
15m 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 Shelburne, VT to Hinesburg, VT covers 8.2 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Shelburne Falls Road, Irish Hill Road, Falls Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Shelburne, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.31 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 15m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Falls Road): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (Dorset Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Shelburne Hinesburg Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Shelburne, VT to Hinesburg, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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