The drive from South Burlington, VT to Barton, VT covers 80.6 miles and takes about 2h behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vermont Route 100C, I 89, Vermont Route 58 East for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18 miles on Vermont Route 100C.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.98 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.
Midpoint
40.3 miles from South Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 80.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h highway drive covering 80.6 miles, with most of the trip on Vermont Route 100C and I 89. The longest continuous stretch is about 18 miles on Vermont Route 100C.
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.
Vermont Route 100C is the longest continuous segment at about 18 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 100C and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles (US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
6
18.2 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the exit toward US 7: Georgia Center, Fairfax
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward US 7: Georgia Center, Fairfax
5
18.4 mi into trip|~23m in|US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway
Turn right onto US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway
Navigation decision point
4
31.9 mi into trip|~43m in|VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Navigation decision point
4
35.2 mi into trip|~49m in|VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
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 Barton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Fairfax along the way.
Fairfax
18.2 mi in|~22m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vermont Route 100C
18 mi
28m
I 89
17.4 mi
20m
Vermont Route 58 East
11.6 mi
17m
Vermont Route 15
11.4 mi
19m
Main Street
7.6 mi
11m
Highbridge Road
4.5 mi
6m
Barton Orleans Road
4.4 mi
6m
Vermont Route 104
2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 100C
— 18 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Barton, VT.
1
Start on US 2
0.6 mi·1 min·Williston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint AlbansUse the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 89
17 mi·20 min·I 89
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 18Toward US 7: Georgia Center, Fairfax
5
Turn right onto US 7
0.2 mi·21 sec·Ethan Allen Highway
6
Turn left onto VT 104A
4.5 mi·6 min·Highbridge Road
7
Continue on VT 104
1.6 mi·2 min·Main Street
8
Continue on VT 104
0.7 mi·58 sec·Main Street
9
Continue on VT 104
4.6 mi·6 min·Main Street
10
Continue on VT 104
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 104
11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15
1.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 15
12
Continue on VT 15
2.3 mi·3 min·Vermont Route 15
13
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
109 ft·2 sec·Vermont Route 15
14
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 15
15
Continue on VT 15
0.8 mi·1 min·Lower Main Street West
16
Turn left onto VT 100C
18 mi·28 min·Vermont Route 100C
17
Turn right onto VT 58
8.3 mi·12 min·Vermont Route 58 East
18
At end of road, turn right onto VT 14; VT 58
1.2 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 14
19
Turn left onto VT 58
3.3 mi·5 min·Vermont Route 58 East
20
Turn right onto US 5; VT 58
0.5 mi·48 sec·U.S. Route 5
21
Turn right onto US 5
4.4 mi·6 min·Barton Orleans Road
22
Continue on US 5
0.7 mi·59 sec·Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 16
Trip Plan
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 40.3 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 58m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barton, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Burlington, 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 South Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 80.6 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from South Burlington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 100C for about 18 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from South Burlington, VT
· 58m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.98 one way
$25.95 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.28
$28.55
premium
$4.86
$15.43
$30.87
diesel
$5.61
$17.80
$35.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
2 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Albany, Vermont
Other
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Orleans, Vermont
Blink
1 DCFC
Other: 1
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.46
$3.87
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.05
$3.22
EV Truck/SUV
32.2
0
$11.28
$5.16
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
South Burlington, VT
Morning
in South Burlington on Saturday
Local time
10:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Barton, VT
Morning
in Barton on Saturday
Local time
10:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Johnson, VT
40 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
16 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
2h 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 Barton, VT covers 80.6 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 100C, I 89, Vermont Route 58 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 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 $12.98 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 2h drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles (US 7 / Ethan Allen Highway): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from South Burlington, VT to Barton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Fairfax along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
