Origin
Cambridge, VT
Late night in Cambridge on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cambridge, VT to Shelburne, 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
40.1 mi
65 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 2m
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.
Cambridge, VT
Phil Evenden
Shelburne, VT
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Trip Overview
Cambridge to Shelburne is 40.1 miles and takes about 57 minutes via I 89 and Main Street, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. You'll experience a mixed drive, so expect a bit of everything as you make your way. It's a straightforward journey, ideal if you're looking for a quick transition between locations without a significant time commitment. Consider this route for its efficiency and ease of navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| Main Street | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Shelburne Road | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Highbridge Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 104 | 2 mi | 2m |
| I 189 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 19.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge, VT and Shelburne, VT.
1
Start on VT 15
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 15
2
Turn right onto VT 104
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 104
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on VT 104
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto VT 104A
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Highbridge Road
5
Turn right onto US 7
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Ethan Allen Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 89
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
9
Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 189
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 7
4.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Shelburne Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
US 7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Cambridge, 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 0.6 and 35.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Turn right onto VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
33.8 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
34.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 189
Merge onto I 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
35.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 7 / Shelburne Road
Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.46 one way
$12.91 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Shelburne, VT
Late night in Shelburne on Sunday
Local time
3:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Sunny
S 8 to 21 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
39°F
Milton, VT
20 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
33 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
57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 40.1-mile drive offers a mixed experience, with 57% of it being highway travel. You'll encounter stretches on I 89, including one segment that lasts for 19.1 miles, providing a chance for steady cruising. As you transition off the interstate, the drive will likely shift to local roads like Main Street and Shelburne Road, requiring more attention to speed limits and intersections. The character of the drive changes from open highway to more community-focused streets, so be prepared for that shift in pace and environment.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near VT 104 / Vermont Route 104.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles (VT 104 / Vermont Route 104): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cambridge, VT to Shelburne, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.
Rutland
33.8 mi in
|
~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 40.1 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 (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.1 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: at 0.6 miles (VT 104 / Vermont Route 104): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 33.8 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 Shelburne, 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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