Origin
South Burlington, VT
Afternoon in South Burlington on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
53.2 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
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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Brandon, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hinesburg Road, Route 116, North 116 Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 53.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 53.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hinesburg Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hinesburg Road | — | — |
| Route 116 | — | — |
| North 116 Road | — | — |
| Rockydale Road | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| West Street | — | — |
| Stony Hill Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hinesburg Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Brandon, VT.
1
Start on Williston Road
102 ft
·
12 sec
·
Williston Road
2
Turn left onto Hinesburg Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Hinesburg Road
3
Continue on Vermont Route 116
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 116
4
Continue on Vermont Route 116
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Vermont Route 116
5
Continue on North 116 Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
6
Continue on Rockydale Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
7
Continue on East Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
8
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
9
Continue on West Street
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Street
10
Continue on Stony Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
11
Turn left onto South 116 Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South 116 Road
12
Continue on South 116 Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 116 Road
13
Continue on Case Street
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
14
Turn right onto Ossie Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Ossie Road
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 7 South
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
16
Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on Conant Square
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Conant Square
18
Continue on Center Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Center Street
19
Turn left onto Park Street
108 ft
·
5 sec
·
Park Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from South Burlington, VT · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from South Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brandon, VT
The final approach into Brandon, 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
$8.56 one way
$17.13 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.42 | $18.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.19 | $20.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.75 | $23.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.45 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Brandon, VT
Afternoon in Brandon on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Bristol, VT
27 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
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 22m 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 Brandon, VT covers 53.2 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hinesburg Road, Route 116, North 116 Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 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 $8.56 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 South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Burlington, VT to Brandon, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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