Trip from South Burlington, VT to Fair Haven, VT

Drive Time

1h 48m

Distance

65.5 mi

105 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 40m ★

6 AM

1h 48m

8 AM

2h 4m

10 AM

1h 54m

12 PM

1h 52m

3 PM

1h 55m

5 PM

2h 4m

8 PM

1h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick transit across Vermont, the 65.5-mile journey from South Burlington to Fair Haven is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes. This highway-focused route is easily manageable as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical way to navigate the Northeast corridor. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major thoroughfares like Shelburne Road and the Ethan Allen Highway. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this drive provides a practical, direct connection between these two Vermont points.

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

32.7 miles from South Burlington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with 63% of your travel time spent on highways. The road's personality is defined by consistent momentum, anchored by a significant 39.2-mile stretch along Vermont Route 22A. While you start by navigating the transition from the bustling South Burlington area, the experience quickly settles into a steady rhythm on these primary arteries. You will find that the route remains functional and focused, moving you steadily toward your destination without the need for frequent, technical maneuvers. It is a reliable, highway-heavy path that keeps you moving forward with minimal deviation.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Vermont Route 22A is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A and Ethan Allen Highway. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 116 / Hinesburg Road.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from South Burlington, VT to Fair Haven, VT is easy. At 1h 48m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Kennedy Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | VT 116 / Hinesburg Road

Turn left onto VT 116 / Hinesburg Road

Navigation decision point

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1 mi into trip | ~2m in | Kennedy Drive

Turn sharp right onto Kennedy Drive

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward I 189 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 189 West

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3.2 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 7 / Shelburne Road

Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

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23.7 mi into trip | ~41m in | VT 22A / Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A / Main Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Vermont Route 22A	39.2 mi	1h 1m
Ethan Allen Highway	12.3 mi	19m
Shelburne Road	6.8 mi	13m
Main Street	1.5 mi	4m
I 189	1.4 mi	2m
Washington Street	1 mi	1m
Hinesburg Road	1 mi	2m
U.S. Route 7	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Vermont Route 22A — 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Fair Haven, VT.

1

Start on US 2

100 ft · 11 sec · Williston Road

2

Turn left onto VT 116

1.0 mi · 2 min · Hinesburg Road

3

Turn sharp right onto Kennedy Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Kennedy Drive

4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 189 West Use the straight lane.

5

Continue on I 189

1.4 mi · 2 min · I 189

Use the straight / left lanes.

6

Turn left onto US 7

6.8 mi · 13 min · Shelburne Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

7

Continue on US 7

12 mi · 19 min · Ethan Allen Highway

8

Continue on US 7

0.9 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7

9

Turn right onto Monkton Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Monkton Road

10

At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A

1.5 mi · 4 min · Main Street

11

Continue on VT 22A

39 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Vermont Route 22A

12

Continue on VT 22A

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

13

Turn left onto VT 22A

444 ft · 8 sec · North Park Place

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Arrive at destination

North Park Place

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about mid-trip lodging. Because there are no designated stops required for this 1 hour and 48-minute drive, you can easily complete the journey in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $10, so topping off your tank before leaving South Burlington is a smart way to ensure a seamless arrival in Fair Haven. Pay close attention to your speed and surroundings once you transition onto the 39.2-mile stretch of Vermont Route 22A, as maintaining a steady pace here is the key to a smooth arrival. Use this time to enjoy the straightforward nature of the drive, knowing you will reach your destination in under two hours.

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 32.7 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 65.5 miles or 1h 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 32.7 miles or 57m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fair Haven, 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 65.5 miles and 1h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Burlington, 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 Vermont Route 22A for about 39.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32.7 mi from South Burlington, VT · 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rome, NY

33 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

Schenectady, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rome, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from South Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fair Haven, VT

The final approach into Fair Haven, 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 Fair Haven, 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

$10.49 one way

$20.97 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$11.49	$22.99
premium	$4.83	$12.45	$24.90
diesel	$5.64	$14.55	$29.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19.7	$6.88	$3.14
Efficient EV	16.4	$5.73	$2.62
EV Truck/SUV	26.2	$9.17	$4.19

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

South Burlington, VT

Night in South Burlington on Sunday

Local time

9:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fair Haven, VT

Night in Fair Haven on Sunday

Local time

9:54 PM

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

2 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

1h 48m 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 Fair Haven, VT covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Vermont Route 22A, Ethan Allen Highway, Shelburne Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 32.7 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 $10.49 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 Fair Haven, VT is easy. At 1h 48m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Kennedy Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

The route from South Burlington, VT to Fair Haven, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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