Origin
South Hero, VT
Morning in South Hero on Friday
Local time
11:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Hero, VT to North Hero, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
14.4 mi
23 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Hero, VT
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North Hero, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from South Hero, VT to North Hero, VT covers 14.4 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on U.S. Route 2, Heron Circle, South Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.3 miles on U.S. Route 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 14.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 24m highway drive covering 14.4 miles, with most of the trip on U.S. Route 2 and Heron Circle. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.3 miles on U.S. Route 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Route 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and Heron Circle. 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 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Hero, VT to North Hero, VT is easy. At 24m with 99% 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 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (Heron Circle): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
3
14.3 mi into trip
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~24m in
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Heron Circle
Turn right onto Heron Circle
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 | 14.3 mi | 23m |
| Heron Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 14.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hero, VT and North Hero, VT.
1
Start on South Street
166 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Street
2
Turn left onto US 2
14 mi
·
23 min
·
U.S. Route 2
3
Turn right onto Heron Circle
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Heron Circle
4
Arrive at destination
Heron Circle
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.32 one way
$4.64 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
North Hero, VT
Morning in North Hero on Friday
Local time
11:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
24m 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 Hero, VT to North Hero, VT covers 14.4 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 2, Heron Circle, South Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.2 miles from South Hero, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.32 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 Hero, VT to North Hero, VT is easy. At 24m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (Heron Circle): Navigation decision point.
The route from South Hero, VT to North Hero, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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