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Trip from Colchester, VT to Sutton, VT

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 7m

Distance

92.4 mi

149 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 59m ★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Colchester, VT, VT

Colchester, VT

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Downtown Sutton, VT, VT

Sutton, VT

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Trip Overview

This 92.4-mile drive from Colchester, VT, to Sutton, VT, is a manageable day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing U.S. Route 2, I-89, and I-91, the journey offers a highway-focused experience through Vermont's Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this route is budget-friendly for a single day's adventure. You won't need to split this drive into multiple days; it's perfectly suited for a straightforward excursion. The overall feel is efficient travel, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B within the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.2 miles from Colchester, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
U.S. Route 2 32.9 mi 41m
I 89 24.9 mi 28m
I 91 6.6 mi 7m
Calendar Brook Road 4.5 mi 10m
Vermont Route 289 4.5 mi 7m
River Road 3.2 mi 5m
Vermont Route 117 2.8 mi 4m
Lynburke Road 2.7 mi 4m
Longest stretch: U.S. Route 2 — 32.9 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Colchester, VT and Sutton, 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

1.0 mi · 1 min · Colchester Road
Use the left lane.
4

Turn left onto VT 289

4.5 mi · 7 min · Vermont Route 289
Toward VT 289 East Use the left lane.
5

At end of road, turn left onto VT 117

2.4 mi · 3 min · River Road
Toward US 2, VT 289 West: Richmond
6

Continue on VT 117

2.8 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 117
7

Continue on VT 117

0.8 mi · 1 min · River Road
8

At end of road, turn left onto US 2

0.3 mi · 36 sec · West Main Street
9

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec
10

Merge onto I 89

25 mi · 28 min · I 89
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 8 Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
12

Continue on Memorial Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
13

Continue on US 2

0.5 mi · 1 min · Berlin Street
14

Turn slight left onto US 2

1.2 mi · 2 min · River Street
15

Enter roundabout onto US 2

137 ft · 1 sec · River Street
16

Continue on US 2

97 ft · 1 sec · River Street
17

Merge onto US 2

0.4 mi · 47 sec · East Montpelier Road
18

Continue on US 2

7.1 mi · 11 min · U.S. Route 2
19

Continue on US 2

0.6 mi · 39 sec · High Street
20

Continue on US 2

0.2 mi · 12 sec · School Street
21

Continue on US 2

26 mi · 29 min · U.S. Route 2
22

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 91
23

Merge onto I 91

6.6 mi · 7 min · I 91
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 23 Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
25

Turn right onto US 5

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Memorial Drive
26

Continue on US 5

1.0 mi · 1 min · Broad Street
27

Continue on US 5

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Depot Street
28

At end of road, turn right onto US 5

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street
29

Turn straight onto US 5

2.7 mi · 4 min · Lynburke Road
30

Turn slight left onto Calendar Brook Road

4.5 mi · 10 min · Calendar Brook Road
31

Turn slight right onto Center Street

157 ft · 5 sec · Center Street
32

Turn right onto Burke Road

182 ft · 8 sec · Burke Road
33

Arrive at destination

Burke Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 7 minutes for this 92.4-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider leaving Colchester in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of the lower fuel cost of $15. There are no specified stops in the data, so you can decide on breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before departing, as the longest stretch is over 30 miles. This route is straightforward, making it easy to navigate and enjoy without needing extensive planning.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.2 miles from Colchester, VT, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 20 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.2 miles or 1h 5m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sutton, VT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Colchester, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Colchester, VT

This is one driving day of about 92.4 miles and 2h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Colchester, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 2 for about 32.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Barre, VT, VT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Barre, VT

46 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.

Popular next leg

Barre, VT to Sutton, VT

51.4 mi · 1h 12m

Pacing Suggestions

Bolton, VT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Barre, VT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.2 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Wayside Restaurant, Bakery & Creamery

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Montpelier, Vermont

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 55min in / 1h 13m to go 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+18022236611

Visit website

Haybarn Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Plainfield, Vermont

2.9 mi

Wayside Restaurant, Bakery & Creamery

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Montpelier, Vermont

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+18022236611

Visit website

99 Restaurants

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Williston, Vermont

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18028799901

Visit website

Bliss Bee

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Williston, Vermont

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+18025400094

Visit website

Haybarn Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Plainfield, Vermont

Hours: 4–9 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

+18003676372

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336224743

Visit website

FLO Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Danville, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

St Johnsbury, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Danville, Vermont

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006635633

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 84.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in | VT 289 / Vermont Route 289

Turn left onto VT 289 / Vermont Route 289 toward VT 289 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward VT 289 East
5
7 mi into trip | ~11m in | VT 117 / River Road

At end of road, turn left onto VT 117 / River Road toward US 2, VT 289 West: Richmond

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 2, VT 289 West: Richmond
6
38.3 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 8 Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
6
82.7 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 23 Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
5
84.4 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | US 5 / Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.87 one way

$29.75 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $16.37 $32.73
premium $4.86 $17.69 $35.39
diesel $5.61 $20.40 $40.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.7 0 $9.70 $4.44
Efficient EV 23.1 0 $8.09 $3.70
EV Truck/SUV 37 0 $12.94 $5.91

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Colchester, VT

Morning in Colchester on Tuesday

Local time

10:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sutton, VT

Morning in Sutton on Tuesday

Local time

10:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

22 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

2h 7m 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 predominantly highway-focused drive, with 78% of the route on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.9 miles along U.S. Route 2, offering a good period of consistent travel. While much of this journey is on interstates, the inclusion of U.S. Route 2 breaks up the monotony, providing a slightly varied driving experience. This mix means you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and stretches on a more traditional American highway.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.9 mi on U.S. Route 2.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and I 89. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near VT 289 / Vermont Route 289.

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 92.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 2.5 miles (VT 289 / Vermont Route 289): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (VT 117 / River Road): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 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.

Between Colchester, VT and Sutton, VT, road signs point toward Saint Johnsbury and Burke.

Saint Johnsbury

38.3 mi in | ~50m

Burke

82.7 mi in | ~1h 48m

About the Cities

Starting in Colchester, VT

Full guide →

Colchester is a town in Northwest Vermont. It is home to Saint Michael's College. Colchester is primarily a bedroom community of Burlington. The town is very spread out, with most businesses and residences clustered in three villages: Colchester village, Mallet's Bay, and Severance Corners. St. Michael's College is located in the southeast corner of the town near Winooski and Essex Junction.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 92.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 32.9 miles on U.S. Route 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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 2.5 miles (VT 289 / Vermont Route 289): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (VT 117 / River Road): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 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 Sutton, 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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