Origin
Essex Junction, VT
Late night in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
12:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Essex Junction, VT to Hinesburg, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Essex Junction, VT
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Hinesburg, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Vermont, the 11.6-mile journey from Essex Junction to Hinesburg is an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. You can expect to spend about 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient transit within the Northeast region. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this drive is exceptionally budget-friendly for any traveler. Since the entire trip is quite short, you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Vermont towns, providing a practical route for locals and visitors alike. Whether you are running errands or simply exploring the area, the simplicity of this short drive makes it a stress-free option for your itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saint George Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 116 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
| Park Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saint George Road
— 3.7 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex Junction, VT and Hinesburg, VT.
1
Start on VT 15
79 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
3
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
4
Continue on VT 2A
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint George Road
5
Continue on VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
6
At end of road, turn left onto VT 116
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 116
Use the left lane.
7
Arrive at destination
VT 116
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
8.6 mi into trip
|
~14m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.87 one way
$3.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Hinesburg, VT
Late night in Hinesburg on Sunday
Local time
12:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18m 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 as you navigate your way between these two points. You will spend roughly 43% of your time on highways, transitioning between Saint George Road, Vermont Route 116, and Essex Road. The longest stretch you will encounter is a 3.7-mile segment on Saint George Road, which offers a brief period of consistent driving. Because the total distance is only 11.6 miles, the road character shifts quickly from local town streets to more open transit sections. You will find that the route balances short, manageable road segments with enough variety to keep the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.7 mi on Saint George Road.
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 around 8.6 miles in near VT 116 / Vermont Route 116.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Essex Junction, VT to Hinesburg, VT is easy. At 18m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 8.6 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 11.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.7 miles on Saint George Road. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 8.6 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hinesburg, 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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