Origin
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colchester, VT to Leicester, 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 24m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Leicester, VT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 53.3 miles, this trek from Colchester to Leicester, Vermont, is a straightforward journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes to complete. It is a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $9 for fuel, making this an affordable excursion within the Northeast region. By utilizing a mix of Ethan Allen Highway, Vermont Route 116, and Case Street, you gain a practical look at the local landscape. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the route offers a manageable pace that avoids the complexities of longer interstate travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 116 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Case Street | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| South 116 Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| North 116 Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Saint George Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 14.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colchester, VT and Leicester, VT.
1
Start on East Road
100 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Road
2
Turn left onto VT 2A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on VT 2A
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Colchester Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on VT 2A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Street
5
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
6
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
7
Continue on VT 2A
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint George Road
8
Continue on VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
9
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Vermont Route 116
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on VT 116
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
11
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
12
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
13
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Street
15
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
16
Turn left onto VT 116
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South 116 Road
17
Continue on VT 116
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 116 Road
18
Continue on VT 116
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
19
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Ossie Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
21
Continue on US 7
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
22
Arrive at destination
US 7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 2A / Main Street
Turn left onto VT 2A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116 / Vermont Route 116
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
33.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
VT 116 / South 116 Road
Turn left onto VT 116 / South 116 Road
Navigation decision point
4
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.58 one way
$17.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.21 | $20.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Leicester, VT
Late night in Leicester on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Bristol, VT
27 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
2 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
1h 24m 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 mixed driving experience that transitions from highway stretches to quieter local roads. With roughly 33% of the journey spent on highways, you will encounter a shift in rhythm as you navigate through different road types. The longest uninterrupted segment you will face is a 14.2-mile stretch along Vermont Route 116, which provides a consistent driving flow before the route shifts character. This blend of road types keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly monotonous. You will find that the transitions between the Ethan Allen Highway and the smaller local routes require you to stay alert and adapt to changing speed limits.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on Vermont Route 116.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 early in the drive near VT 2A / Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colchester, VT to Leicester, VT is easy. At 1h 24m with 33% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 2A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles (VT 116 / South 116 Road): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
659 ft
270 ft
Total Climb
643 ft
Total Descent
468 ft
Highest Point
659 ft
~26.7 mi in
Elevation Range
389 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.2 miles on Vermont Route 116. 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 (VT 2A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles (VT 116 / South 116 Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leicester, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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