Origin
St Johnsbury, VT
Morning in St Johnsbury on Saturday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St Johnsbury, VT to Cambridge, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
56.2 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
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.
St Johnsbury, VT
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Cambridge, VT
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from St Johnsbury, VT to Cambridge, VT covers 56.2 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vermont Route 15 West, Vermont Route 15, U.S. Route 2 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.3 miles on Vermont Route 15 West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 56.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 56.2 miles, with most of the trip on Vermont Route 15 West and Vermont Route 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.3 miles on Vermont Route 15 West.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 15 West is the longest continuous segment at about 27.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 15 West and Vermont Route 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn sharp right onto US 5 / Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
40.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 15 West | 27.3 mi | 42m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 15.2 mi | 23m |
| U.S. Route 2 West | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| Lower Main Street East | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Wolcott Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 15 West
— 27.3 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and Cambridge, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
90 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 5
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Railroad Street
3
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Eastern Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Western Avenue
6
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
7
Continue on US 2
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
U.S. Route 2 West
8
Turn right onto VT 15
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Vermont Route 15
9
Continue on VT 15
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mill Street
10
Turn left onto VT 15
517 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Main Street
11
Turn right onto VT 14; VT 15
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Wolcott Street
12
Continue on VT 14; VT 15
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
13
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Vermont Route 15 West
14
Continue on VT 15; VT 100
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Vermont Route 15 West
16
Continue on VT 15
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
17
Continue on VT 15
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Main Street East
18
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
19
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
20
Continue on VT 15
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 15
21
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.1 mi from St Johnsbury, VT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 28.1 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cambridge, VT
The final approach into Cambridge, 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
$9.05 one way
$18.09 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.95 | $19.91 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Cambridge, VT
Morning in Cambridge on Saturday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Wolcott, VT
28 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
3 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 23m 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 St Johnsbury, VT to Cambridge, VT covers 56.2 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 15 West, Vermont Route 15, U.S. Route 2 West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.1 miles from St Johnsbury, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.05 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 1h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from St Johnsbury, VT to Cambridge, 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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