Origin
Berkshire, VT
Late night in Berkshire on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berkshire, VT to Fairfax, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
35.2 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berkshire, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Fairfax, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Berkshire to Fairfax, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 35.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 57 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost estimate of just $6, it is an economical route to navigate. You will primarily follow Main Street, West Enosburg Road, and Water Tower Road throughout your journey. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region of Vermont, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition between these communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| West Enosburg Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Water Tower Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Main Street North | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 108 North | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 108 South | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Bakersfield Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 5.9 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, VT and Fairfax, VT.
1
Start on Center Hill Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Hill Road
2
Continue on Water Tower Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Tower Road
3
Turn right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Continue on VT 105; VT 108
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn left onto VT 108
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Enosburg Road
6
Continue on VT 108
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street North
7
Continue on VT 108
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 108 South
8
Continue on VT 108
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Bakersfield Road
9
Continue on VT 108
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 108 North
10
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
11
Continue on VT 15
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 15
12
Turn right onto VT 104
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 104
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on VT 104
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn sharp right onto River Road
43 ft
·
5 sec
·
River Road
15
Turn left
27 ft
·
1 sec
16
Arrive at destination
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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Berkshire, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 4.4 and 35.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
VT 105 / Elm Street
Turn right onto VT 105 / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
27.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Turn right onto VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
35.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
River Road
Turn sharp right onto River Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
35.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.67 one way
$11.33 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.23 | $12.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.74 | $13.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.93 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Fairfax, VT
Late night in Fairfax on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Fletcher, 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
11 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
57m 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?
This 35.2-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate. While about 37% of the journey involves highway travel, you will find the road transitions frequently as you move along the local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 5.9-mile segment on Main Street, which provides a steady rhythm to your drive. Expect a combination of technical turns and faster sections that require you to stay alert behind the wheel. The road surface and character change as you navigate through the different segments, ensuring the hour-long trip feels dynamic.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.9 mi on Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near VT 105 / Elm Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Berkshire, VT to Fairfax, VT is easy. At 57m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.4 miles (VT 105 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.9 miles (VT 104 / Vermont Route 104): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 35.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.9 miles on Main Street. 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: at 4.4 miles (VT 105 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.9 miles (VT 104 / Vermont Route 104): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fairfax, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Fairfax, VT
More trips to Fairfax, VT
Explore more options from Berkshire, VT or browse trips ending in Fairfax, VT.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse VT road trips.