Origin
South Burlington, VT
Late night in South Burlington on Friday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Burlington, VT to Washington, VT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
52.5 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
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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Washington, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Washington, VT covers 52.5 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Vermont Route 62, Vermont Route 110 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.1 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 52.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 52.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 62. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.1 miles on I 89.
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.
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 62. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / Williston Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Washington, VT is easy. At 1h 11m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 7 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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VT 110 / Mill Street
Enter roundabout onto VT 110 / Mill Street
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 Washington, 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 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 110 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| East Barre Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Williston Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 38.1 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Washington, 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 VT 110
32 ft
·
0 sec
·
Mill Street
11
Continue on VT 110
228 ft
·
6 sec
·
Mill Street
12
Continue on VT 110
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Road
13
Continue on VT 110
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 110
14
Arrive at destination
VT 110
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from South Burlington, VT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 26.2 miles from South Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Washington, VT
The final approach into Washington, 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
$8.45 one way
$16.90 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.30 | $18.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Washington, VT
Late night in Washington on Friday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Waterbury, VT
26 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
4 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 11m 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 Washington, VT covers 52.5 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 62, Vermont Route 110. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 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 $8.45 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 Washington, VT is easy. At 1h 11m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 Washington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
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