Origin
Starksboro, VT
Late night in Starksboro on Friday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Starksboro, VT to Barre, VT
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
55 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Starksboro, VT
Tom Fisk
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
The drive from Starksboro, VT to Barre, VT covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 12m 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 116, Vermont Route 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 55 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 55 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 116. The longest continuous stretch is about 33 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 33 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 116. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 11.3 miles in near VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (VT 62 / Vermont Route 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
11.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Turn right onto VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Navigation decision point
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62 / Vermont Route 62
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 33 mi | 38m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Saint George Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 33 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Starksboro, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on VT 116
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 116
2
Continue on VT 116
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 116
3
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
4
Continue on VT 2A
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint George Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
6
Merge onto I 89
33 mi
·
38 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward VT 62: Berlin, Barre
8
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
9
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 62
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 62
10
Turn right onto US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
12
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
13
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Starksboro, VT · 37m 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 27.5 miles from Starksboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barre, VT
The final approach into Barre, 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
$8.85 one way
$17.71 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Friday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Williston, 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Starksboro, VT to Barre, VT covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 116, Vermont Route 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.5 miles from Starksboro, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.85 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 12m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.3 miles (VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A): Navigation decision point; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (VT 62 / Vermont Route 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Starksboro, VT to Barre, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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