Origin
South Burlington, VT
Afternoon in South Burlington on Thursday
Local time
1:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Burlington, VT to Bradford, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
72 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Burlington, VT
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Bradford, VT
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Trip Overview
This 72-mile drive from South Burlington, VT to Bradford, VT is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 41 minutes. Given its short duration and minimal fuel cost of around $12, it's an ideal day trip, meaning you won't need to break it up with an overnight stay. The journey primarily utilizes major highways, offering a consistent driving experience. As both your origin and destination are in the Northeast region, you'll be exploring within familiar territory throughout this short Vermont excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36 miles from South Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 72 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. Expect a relatively uninterrupted experience, especially during the longest stretch of 38.1 miles on I-89. While the majority is highway, you will transition onto Vermont Route 25 and the William Scott Memorial Highway, which may offer a slight change in scenery and pace as you approach your destination. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 38.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / Williston Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 9 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 (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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 / Williston Road
Depart onto US 2 / Williston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Montpelier
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
6
39 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
4
40.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
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VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
48.2 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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US 302 / East Barre Road
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / East Barre Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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 South Burlington, VT to Bradford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
Barre
39 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 38.1 mi | 44m |
| Vermont Route 25 | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| William Scott Memorial Highway | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Waits River Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East Barre Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 38.1 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Bradford, VT.
1
Start on US 2
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Williston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
3
Merge onto I 89
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 89
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
5
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
6
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 62
7
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
8
Continue on US 302; VT 14
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
9
Continue on US 302
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Barre Road
10
Enter roundabout onto US 302
131 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Barre Road
11
Continue on US 302
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Barre Road
12
Continue on US 302
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Orange Road
13
Continue on US 302
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
William Scott Memorial Highway
14
Turn right onto VT 25
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Vermont Route 25
15
Continue on VT 25
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Waits River Road
16
Turn left onto VT 25B
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
VT 25B
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1-hour and 41-minute drive, flexibility is your greatest advantage. You can depart at your leisure, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour in South Burlington. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own break if needed; a 38.1-mile stretch on I-89 means you'll be on the highway for a significant portion without planned services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost of $12 suggests a single fill-up might be sufficient, but it's always wise to top off before starting any journey.
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 36 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.1 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 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36 miles or 43m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bradford, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving South Burlington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 72 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from South Burlington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 38.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36 mi from South Burlington, VT · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36 miles from South Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bradford, VT
The final approach into Bradford, 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
$11.59 one way
$23.18 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.75 | $25.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.79 | $27.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.90 | $31.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Bradford, VT
Afternoon in Bradford on Thursday
Local time
1:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
15 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 41m 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 South Burlington, VT to Bradford, VT covers 72 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 25, William Scott Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36 miles from South Burlington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.59 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 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from South Burlington, VT to Bradford, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
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