Origin
Winooski, VT
Night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winooski, VT to Londonderry, VT
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
101.5 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
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 32m
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6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Londonderry, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Winooski to Londonderry covers approximately 101.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes. Because the distance is manageable, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend around $16 on fuel, making it an affordable trek through the Vermont countryside. The journey relies heavily on US 7, the Ethan Allen Highway, and Vermont Route 155 to navigate the Northeast region. Whether you are heading south for a change of scenery or a quick getaway, this route provides a straightforward connection between these two Vermont towns without requiring an overnight stay.
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
50.7 miles from Winooski, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is characterized by a high percentage of faster-paced travel, with 69% of the route consisting of highway conditions. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 7, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 37 miles. The experience blends efficient highway cruising with the transition toward the local roads of Vermont Route 155 as you near your destination. Expect a steady, functional pace behind the wheel rather than a technical or winding mountain pass. It is a practical drive that prioritizes direct movement through the region while offering a consistent rhythm for the duration of your trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 7 and Ethan Allen Highway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near East Spring Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.3 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; at 4 miles (I 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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~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.
5
37.5 mi into trip
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~58m in
|
US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7 toward VT 125
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward VT 125
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 7 | 37 mi | 1h 1m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 22.5 mi | 32m |
| Vermont Route 155 | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Vermont Route 103 | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| I 89 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 7
— 37 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Londonderry, 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
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
12
Continue on US 7
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
13
Enter roundabout onto US 7
348 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
14
Continue on US 7
37 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 7
Toward VT 125
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto VT 103
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Vermont Route 103
Use the none lane.
16
Turn right onto VT 155
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Village Street
17
Turn left onto VT 140; VT 155
452 ft
·
13 sec
·
Vermont Route 140
18
Turn right onto VT 155
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Weston Road
19
Continue on VT 155
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 155
20
Continue on VT 100
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 100
21
Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
22
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 100
23
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11
372 ft
·
10 sec
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Vermont Route 11
24
Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though leaving early helps avoid any unexpected traffic. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, as the 2 hour and 42 minute duration is just long enough to warrant a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as setting aside $16 for gas will keep you moving comfortably. Because the majority of your time is spent on major thoroughfares like US 7 and the Ethan Allen Highway, maintain a steady speed and stay alert for changing road conditions. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will ensure you arrive in Londonderry refreshed and ready for your destination.
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 50.7 miles from Winooski, VT, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.7 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Londonderry, 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 101.5 miles and 2h 42m.
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 US 7 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.7 mi from Winooski, VT · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.7 miles from Winooski, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Londonderry, VT
The final approach into Londonderry, 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 Londonderry, 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
$16.25 one way
$32.50 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $17.81 | $35.62 |
| premium | $4.83 | $19.29 | $38.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.55 | $45.10 |
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: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.66 | $4.87 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.21 | $6.50 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Londonderry, VT
Night in Londonderry on Sunday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Wilton, NY
51 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
10 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 42m 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 Londonderry, VT covers 101.5 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 7, Ethan Allen Highway, Vermont Route 155. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.7 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 $16.25 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 101.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.3 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; at 4 miles (I 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Winooski, VT to Londonderry, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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