Origin
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Tuesday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, VT to St Johnsbury, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.8 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barre, VT
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St Johnsbury, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across Vermont, the 36.8-mile connection between Barre and St. Johnsbury is an efficient choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 48 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a cost-effective route for travelers looking to navigate the Northeast region. The trip relies primarily on U.S. Route 2, supplemented by Vermont Route 14 South and East Montpelier Road. Because the drive is straightforward and relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the stress of a long-haul journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 | 29.2 mi | 34m |
| Vermont Route 14 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Montpelier Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Merchant Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Eastern Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 29.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, VT and St Johnsbury, VT.
1
Start on this road
172 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
10 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
279 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 302; VT 14
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto Merchant Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Merchant Street
6
Turn straight onto VT 14
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Maple Avenue
7
Continue on VT 14
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Montpelier Road
8
Continue on VT 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 14 South
9
Continue on VT 14
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 14 South
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; VT 14
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 2
11
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
12
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
13
Continue on US 2
26 mi
·
30 min
·
U.S. Route 2
14
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Western Avenue
15
Continue on US 2
227 ft
·
3 sec
·
Western Avenue
16
Continue on US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Eastern Avenue
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Railroad Street
19
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Barre, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
36.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
36.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Main Street
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.92 one way
$11.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.52 | $13.04 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.05 | $14.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Cabot, VT
18 mi in
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
22 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
48m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this journey is spent on major roads. The character of the drive is defined by the 29.2-mile stretch on U.S. Route 2, which serves as the backbone of your trip and provides the most consistent pace. You will find that the road maintains a steady flow, moving you efficiently through the Vermont landscape. While you start by navigating local connections like East Montpelier Road and Vermont Route 14 South, the transition to the longer highway segment is seamless. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a functional, direct drive that prioritizes speed and reliability over winding backroads.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.2 mi on U.S. Route 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and Vermont Route 14 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 48m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Barre, VT
Full guide →Barre is a city in Central Vermont. It is well known for its granite quarries and is considered the "Granite Capital of the World".
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 36.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.2 miles on U.S. Route 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at St Johnsbury, VT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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