Origin
Burlington, VT
Late night in Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to Berkshire, 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
1h 15m
Distance
51 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, VT
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Berkshire, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Northeast, the 51-mile trek from Burlington to Berkshire, Vermont, is a highly manageable drive. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 15 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, the trip is as economical as it is efficient. Because the duration is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or breaking the journey into segments. You will primarily utilize I-89 and Vermont Route 105, transitioning smoothly between major thoroughfares and local connectors. This route is best suited for travelers who prioritize a direct, no-nonsense path between these two Vermont locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 24.8 mi | 29m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Water Tower Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Pearl Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Fairfax Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 24.8 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and Berkshire, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Williston Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
4
Merge onto I 89
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
6
Turn right onto VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
8
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
9
Continue on VT 105
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 105
10
Continue on VT 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn slight right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Elm Street
13
Turn left onto Water Tower Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Tower Road
14
Turn slight left onto Center Hill Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Hill Road
15
Arrive at destination
Center Hill Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Burlington, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Depart onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
6
26.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
5
27.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
45.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.21 one way
$16.42 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.03 | $18.07 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.26 | $22.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Berkshire, VT
Late night in Berkshire on Tuesday
Local time
5:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Saint Albans, VT
26 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
1 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 15m 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 drive is heavily highway-focused, with 70% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 24.8 miles specifically on I-89. After exiting the interstate, your path shifts toward Vermont Route 105 and Water Tower Road, offering a change in pace as you move toward Berkshire. The transition from the interstate to secondary roads requires a bit more focus, but the overall character remains consistent and predictable. Expect a functional experience that favors efficiency over technical complexity, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal stress.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Burlington, VT to Berkshire, VT is easy. At 1h 15m with 70% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 51 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on I 89. 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 (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Berkshire, 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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