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 Lyndonville, VT
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
84 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
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6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Lyndonville, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Winooski to Lyndonville, expect a straightforward 84-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is efficient enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel, making this an affordable transit across Vermont. Because the drive is relatively short and focused on major interstates, it serves as a practical connection between these two Northeast locations. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the travel time remains predictable and manageable for most drivers.
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
42 miles from Winooski, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will rely primarily on I-89, U.S. Route 2, and I-91 to navigate the distance. Expect a consistent, efficient pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.1 miles along I-89. While the route feels like a standard interstate drive, the transition between these major arteries keeps the experience moving quickly. You won't find many technical local roads here, so you can count on a steady, reliable rhythm behind the wheel for the duration of the 1 hour and 46 minute trek.
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.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. 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 1h 46m drive. You will face about 12 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 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
|
~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
38.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
6
82.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Winooski, VT to Lyndonville, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
Saint Johnsbury
38.1 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 37.1 mi | 43m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 32.9 mi | 41m |
| I 91 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Berlin Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 37.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Lyndonville, 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
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
8
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left / none lanes.
9
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
11
Enter roundabout onto US 2
137 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
12
Continue on US 2
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
13
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
14
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
15
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
16
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
17
Continue on US 2
26 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 2
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 91
19
Merge onto I 91
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
21
Turn right onto US 5
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Memorial Drive
22
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
23
Turn left onto VT 122 ALT
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
Center Street
24
Arrive at destination
VT 122 ALT
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 84-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip in one go, as there are no mandatory stops required to break up the drive. Keep in mind that with nearly the entire route comprised of highway driving, your primary task is maintaining steady speeds on I-89 and I-91. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, you might choose to leave mid-morning to avoid any potential congestion during peak hours. For the best experience, ensure your tank is ready for the $13 fuel cost before you merge onto the interstate in Winooski.
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 42 miles from Winooski, VT, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndonville, 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 84 miles and 1h 46m.
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 37.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Winooski, VT · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42 miles from Winooski, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lyndonville, VT
The final approach into Lyndonville, 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 Lyndonville, 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
$13.45 one way
$26.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $14.74 | $29.48 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.97 | $31.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.66 | $37.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.76 | $5.38 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Lyndonville, VT
Night in Lyndonville on Sunday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
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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
21 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
1h 46m 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 Lyndonville, VT covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, U.S. Route 2, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 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 $13.45 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 46m drive. You will face about 12 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 Lyndonville, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
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