Origin
Winooski, VT
Night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winooski, VT to Dorset, VT
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
96.9 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winooski, VT
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Dorset, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Winooski to Dorset, expect a straightforward journey covering 96.9 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via Vermont Route 22A, Vermont Route 30, and the Ethan Allen Highway. Budgeting approximately $16 for fuel should cover your transit costs across this Northeast corridor. Since the route is manageable in one go, you likely won't need an overnight stay, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. It is a practical, efficient path that connects these two Vermont locations without unnecessary complexity.
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
48.5 miles from Winooski, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 71% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm during the longest stretch of the journey, which spans 39.2 miles along Vermont Route 22A. While the route maintains a consistent pace, the transition between the Ethan Allen Highway and Route 30 provides a noticeable shift in the driving environment. Expect a mix of open stretches that allow for steady progress and segments that require more focused attention. Overall, the experience is designed for direct travel rather than technical, winding navigation, keeping you moving efficiently toward Dorset.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 22A is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A and Vermont Route 30. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 7 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.9 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: near the start (US 2; US 7 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2; US 7 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 2; US 7 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Spring Street
Turn right onto East Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
5
4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 189
Merge onto I 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
5.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 7 / Shelburne Road
Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 22A | 39.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 13.5 mi | 23m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 22A | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 5 mi | 10m |
| I 89 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 149 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 22A
— 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Dorset, VT.
1
Start on East Allen Street
182 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Allen Street
2
Turn right onto US 2; US 7
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto East Spring Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn slight left onto VT 15
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Allen Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 89
6
Merge onto I 89
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
8
Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 189
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn left onto US 7
6.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
11
Continue on US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
12
Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Monkton Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
14
Continue on VT 22A
39 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Vermont Route 22A
15
Continue on VT 22A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
16
Turn left onto VT 22A
282 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Park Place
17
Continue on VT 22A
318 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Park Place
18
Continue on VT 4A; VT 22A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on NY 22A
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 22A
20
Turn left onto CR 24
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
21
Continue on CR 24
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto NY 149
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Main Street
23
Continue on VT 149
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 149
24
At end of road, turn right onto VT 30
13 mi
·
23 min
·
Vermont Route 30
25
Arrive at destination
VT 30
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 96.9-mile journey, consider departing early in the morning to beat potential traffic and ensure a relaxed arrival. You only need to plan for one major stop to break up the 2-hour and 39-minute duration, giving you plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Since the fuel cost is a modest $16, you can easily manage your budget by refueling before you exit the main highway segments. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Vermont Route 22A and Route 30 to stay on course. Embracing this route as a single-day trip allows you to enjoy the convenience of a quick commute while maintaining total control over your itinerary.
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 48.5 miles from Winooski, VT, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 2h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 21m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dorset, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Winooski, 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 Winooski, VT
This is one driving day of about 96.9 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Winooski, 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 Vermont Route 22A for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Winooski, VT · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Winooski, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dorset, VT
The final approach into Dorset, 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 Dorset, 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
$15.51 one way
$31.02 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $17.00 | $34.01 |
| premium | $4.83 | $18.42 | $36.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.53 | $43.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.17 | $4.65 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.57 | $6.20 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Dorset, VT
Night in Dorset on Sunday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
2h 39m 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 Winooski, VT to Dorset, VT covers 96.9 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 22A, Vermont Route 30, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.5 miles from Winooski, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.51 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 96.9 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: near the start (US 2; US 7 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Winooski, VT to Dorset, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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