Origin
Wallingford, VT
Late night in Wallingford on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wallingford, VT to St Johnsbury, VT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
111.8 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wallingford, VT
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St Johnsbury, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wallingford, VT to St Johnsbury, VT covers 111.8 miles and takes about 2h 36m 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, I 89, Vermont Route 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on U.S. Route 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Wallingford, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 36m highway drive covering 111.8 miles, with most of the trip on U.S. Route 2 and I 89. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.4 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 31 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 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and I 89. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 7 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 72.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 7 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 7 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
44.2 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
Turn left toward I 89 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 North
6
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
5
111.2 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
111.8 mi into trip
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~2h 36m in
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Main Street
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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 Wallingford, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
Barre
72.2 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 | 33.4 mi | 41m |
| I 89 | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| U.S. Route 4 East | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| North Main Street | 8.5 mi | 12m |
| River Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 33.4 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wallingford, VT and St Johnsbury, VT.
1
Start on VT 140
275 ft
·
17 sec
·
Depot Street
2
Turn left onto US 7
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on US 4; US 7
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 4
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodstock Avenue
5
Continue on US 4
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
U.S. Route 4 East
6
Turn slight left onto VT 100
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 100
7
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 107
8
Continue on VT 107
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
River Street
9
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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South Main Street
10
Continue on VT 107
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
11
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 89 North
12
Merge onto I 89
28 mi
·
31 min
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I 89
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 7
Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre
14
Continue on VT 62
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 62
15
Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin State Highway
16
Turn left onto US 302
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Barre-Montpelier Road
17
Continue on US 302
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
18
Enter roundabout onto US 2
5 ft
·
0 sec
·
River Street
19
Continue on US 2
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
20
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
21
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
22
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
23
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
24
Continue on US 2
26 mi
·
30 min
·
U.S. Route 2
25
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Western Avenue
26
Continue on US 2
227 ft
·
3 sec
·
Western Avenue
27
Continue on US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
28
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Eastern Avenue
29
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Railroad Street
30
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.9 miles from Wallingford, VT, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.4 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 80 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St Johnsbury, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wallingford, 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 Wallingford, VT
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wallingford, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 2 for about 33.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.9 mi from Wallingford, VT · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 St Johnsbury, VT
The final approach into St Johnsbury, 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 St Johnsbury, 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
$18.00 one way
$36.00 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $19.80 | $39.61 |
| premium | $4.86 | $21.41 | $42.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.68 | $49.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
St Johnsbury, VT
Late night in St Johnsbury on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Peru, NY
56 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
3 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
2h 36m 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 Wallingford, VT to St Johnsbury, VT covers 111.8 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 2, I 89, Vermont Route 100. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.9 miles from Wallingford, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.00 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 72.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Wallingford, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.
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