Origin
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colchester, VT to Berkshire, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colchester, VT
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Berkshire, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Vermont, the 44-mile trek from Colchester to Berkshire is an efficient choice that you can easily complete in a single day. Expect a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of I-89, Vermont Route 105, and Water Tower Road as you head north. With a fuel cost estimate of just $7, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a short-haul commute or weekend outing. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region of Vermont, you will notice a consistent local character throughout the journey. It is a practical route for those who prefer a balance between interstate speed and secondary road navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Water Tower Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pearl Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 15.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colchester, VT and Berkshire, VT.
1
Start on East Road
100 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Road
2
Turn right onto VT 2A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto VT 2A
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn slight right onto US 2; US 7
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
5
Turn left onto US 2
447 ft
·
15 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 89 North: Georgia, Saint Albans, Montreal
7
Merge onto I 89
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
9
Turn right onto VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
11
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
12
Continue on VT 105
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 105
13
Continue on VT 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn slight right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Elm Street
16
Turn left onto Water Tower Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Tower Road
17
Turn slight left onto Center Hill Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Hill Road
18
Arrive at destination
Center Hill Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Colchester, 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 0.8 and 38.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
VT 2A / Main Street
Keep slight right at fork onto VT 2A / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Georgia, Saint Albans, Montreal
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Georgia, Saint Albans, Montr...
6
19.6 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
20.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
38.8 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
$7.08 one way
$14.17 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.43 | $16.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 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 | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Saint Albans, VT
22 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
9 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 6m 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 offers a mixed profile, transitioning from high-speed transit to local road conditions. You will spend roughly 60% of your time on highways, with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.4 miles occurring on I-89. As you move away from the interstate, the character of the road shifts significantly, requiring you to adjust to the pace of Vermont Route 105 and Water Tower Road. The transition from the highway to these secondary roads changes the feel of the drive from a standard commute to a more localized experience. Expect a varied pace behind the wheel that keeps the drive engaging without being overly taxing.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.4 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 0.8 miles in near VT 2A / Main Street.
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 44 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 0.8 miles (VT 2A / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.6 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.
Between Colchester, VT and Berkshire, VT, road signs point toward Saint Albans and Montreal.
Saint Albans
3.9 mi in
|
~6m
Montreal
3.9 mi in
|
~6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.4 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 0.8 miles (VT 2A / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.6 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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