Origin
St Johnsbury, VT
Night in St Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St Johnsbury, VT to Lincoln, VT
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
73 mi
118 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St Johnsbury, VT
Tom Fisk
Lincoln, VT
www.kaboompics.com
Trip Overview
If you are planning a transit between St. Johnsbury and Lincoln, VT, expect a straightforward 73-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating primarily via U.S. Route 2 West and Vermont Route 100B, you will stay within the Northeast region for the duration of your travel. It is a practical, efficient route that serves well for those looking to cross the state without unnecessary complications.
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
36.5 miles from St Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 69% of your time spent on higher-speed roads. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the trip, anchored by a 25.7-mile stretch on U.S. Route 2 West, which represents the longest uninterrupted portion of the route. While the road personality leans toward a functional transit experience, the mix of U.S. Route 2 and Vermont Route 100B keeps the navigation steady. Behind the wheel, you will find the transition between these primary roads to be predictable, allowing you to maintain a steady flow as you head toward Lincoln.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Route 2 West is the longest continuous segment at about 25.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 West and U.S. Route 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 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
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~1m in
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US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
44.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
5
44.8 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 2 / U.S. Route 2
At end of road, turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from St Johnsbury, VT to Lincoln, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Moretown along the way.
Moretown
44.5 mi in
|
~58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 West | 25.7 mi | 29m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 8.3 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 100B | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Lincoln Gap Road | 7.7 mi | 16m |
| I 89 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2 West
— 25.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and Lincoln, 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
26 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 2 West
8
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
9
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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High Street
10
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
11
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
12
Enter roundabout onto US 2
74 ft
·
0 sec
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East Montpelier Road
13
Continue on US 2
115 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
14
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
15
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin Street
16
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
18
Merge onto I 89
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 89
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 2: Middlesex, Moretown
20
Turn left onto Center Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Center Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 2
22
Turn right onto VT 100B
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 100B
23
Continue on VT 100
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Vermont Route 100 South
24
Continue on VT 100
7.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Main Street
25
Continue on VT 100
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 100
26
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Gap Road
7.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
27
Continue on East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
28
Turn slight right onto Quaker Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quaker Street
29
Arrive at destination
Quaker Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With no mandatory stops required by the 1 hour and 52-minute duration, you can easily drive the entire distance in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around the $12 mark, so topping off your tank in St. Johnsbury is a smart way to avoid mid-trip errands. Because the route relies on a significant highway share, stay alert during the transition points between U.S. Route 2 and Vermont Route 100B to ensure you remain on track. Use this one-day window to your advantage by planning your arrival in Lincoln for later in the day, allowing for a relaxed pace.
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 36.5 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.7 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 73 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 47m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving St Johnsbury, 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 St Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from St Johnsbury, 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 U.S. Route 2 West for about 25.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.5 mi from St Johnsbury, VT · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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
Arriving in Lincoln, VT
The final approach into Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, 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
$11.69 one way
$23.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.81 | $25.62 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.88 | $27.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.22 | $32.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Lincoln, VT
Night in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
37 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
14 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 52m 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 Lincoln, VT covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 2 West, U.S. Route 2, Vermont Route 100B. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.5 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 $11.69 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 52m drive. You will face about 10 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.
On the drive from St Johnsbury, VT to Lincoln, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Moretown along the way.
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