Origin
Winooski, VT
Night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winooski, VT to Huntington, VT
Drive Time
38m
Distance
21.7 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
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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Huntington, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through Vermont, the 21.7-mile journey from Winooski to Huntington is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a one-day trip. Since the entire drive stays within the Northeast region, you will experience consistent local conditions throughout your transit. Budgeting roughly $3 for fuel makes this an incredibly affordable outing for your schedule. Because the travel time is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting the trip into multiple legs. It is a practical, efficient route that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
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
10.9 miles from Winooski, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning from higher-speed transit to local roads. You will spend about 54% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 11.8 miles on I-89. After exiting the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate onto Huntington Road and Main Road. While the initial portion moves quickly, the final leg provides a more grounded, local feel as you transition off the main artery. Expect a functional balance between the fast-paced interstate segments and the slower, more deliberate pacing required once you reach the secondary roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 11.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 7 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 38m 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 2; US 7 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: 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.
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.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 89
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
4
14.6 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Bridge Street
Turn right onto Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Winooski, VT to Huntington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bolton along the way.
Bolton
12.9 mi in
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~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Huntington Road | 4.2 mi | 10m |
| Main Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Bridge Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Spring Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Allen Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 11.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Huntington, 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
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Bolton
8
Turn right onto US 2
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
9
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
10
Turn right onto Huntington Road
4.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Huntington Road
11
Continue on Main Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Road
12
Turn right onto Raven Ridge
104 ft
·
5 sec
·
Raven Ridge
13
Turn right
321 ft
·
23 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 38 minutes long, you have a great deal of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any major stops along the way, as the short duration allows you to complete the journey in one go. Keep in mind that with zero scheduled stops, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready before leaving Winooski. Since you are spending over half your time on I-89, stay alert for typical highway traffic patterns before you make the transition onto the local Huntington and Main roads. Use the short length of this trip to your advantage by planning your arrival in Huntington for whenever suits your schedule best.
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 10.9 miles from Winooski, VT, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.8 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 21.7 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, 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 21.7 miles and 38m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 11.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Winooski, VT · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 Huntington, VT
The final approach into Huntington, 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 Huntington, 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
$3.47 one way
$6.95 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| premium | $4.83 | $4.12 | $8.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Huntington, VT
Night in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
7 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
38m 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 Huntington, VT covers 21.7 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Huntington Road, Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 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 $3.47 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 38m 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 2; US 7 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Winooski, VT to Huntington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Bolton along the way.
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