Traveling from Essex Junction to Londonderry covers 101.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a compact journey within Vermont, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for this transit. Navigating through the Northeast, you will primarily utilize Vermont Route 116, Franklin Street, and the Ethan Allen Highway. This mixed drive offers a straightforward connection between these two locations, making it a reliable choice for those looking to explore more of the state without spending the entire day behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Essex Junction, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vermont Route 116
14.2 mi
21m
Franklin Street
14.1 mi
23m
Ethan Allen Highway
10.9 mi
16m
Vermont Route 155
9.9 mi
14m
Vermont Route 103
8.1 mi
12m
Vermont Route 100
7.5 mi
11m
North Main Street
6.3 mi
10m
Case Street
6.1 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 14.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex Junction, VT and Londonderry, VT.
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Start on VT 15
79 ft·5 sec·Main Street
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Turn left onto VT 2A
0.7 mi·2 min·Park Street
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Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi·3 min·Essex Road
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Continue on VT 2A
3.7 mi·5 min·Saint George Road
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Continue on VT 2A
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 2A
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At end of road, turn left onto VT 116
14 mi·21 min·Vermont Route 116
Use the left lane.
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Continue on VT 116
4.1 mi·6 min·North 116 Road
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Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi·1 min·Rockydale Road
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Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·1 min·East Street
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Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi·25 sec·Main Street
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Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi·53 sec·West Street
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Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·56 sec·Stony Hill Road
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Turn left onto VT 116
2.1 mi·3 min·South 116 Road
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Continue on VT 116
3.4 mi·5 min·South 116 Road
15
Continue on VT 116
6.1 mi·8 min·Case Street
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Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi·51 sec·Ossie Road
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At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7 South
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Continue on US 7
11 mi·16 min·Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·39 sec·Conant Square
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Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·44 sec·Center Street
21
Continue on US 7
14 mi·23 min·Franklin Street
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Continue on US 7
6.3 mi·10 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
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Turn left onto VT 103
8.1 mi·12 min·Vermont Route 103
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Turn right onto VT 155
0.3 mi·43 sec·Village Street
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Turn left onto VT 140; VT 155
452 ft·13 sec·Vermont Route 140
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Turn right onto VT 155
0.1 mi·16 sec·Weston Road
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Continue on VT 155
9.9 mi·14 min·Vermont Route 155
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Continue on VT 100
2.9 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 100
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Continue on VT 100
0.9 mi·2 min·Main Street
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Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi·7 min·Vermont Route 100
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At end of road, turn left onto VT 11
372 ft·10 sec·Vermont Route 11
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Arrive at destination
VT 11
Trip Plan
Planning for this 1-day excursion is simple, but keeping a few practical details in mind will ensure a smooth experience. Since the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it best suits your schedule, though aiming to hit the road early can help you avoid any unexpected traffic. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your pace comfortable over the 2-hour and 41-minute duration. Make sure to monitor your fuel levels before heading out, as the $16 estimate is just a baseline for your travel costs. Given the mix of local roads and highways, stay alert for changing speed limits as you transition off the Ethan Allen Highway onto smaller routes.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 50.8 miles from Essex Junction, VT, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.2 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 22 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Londonderry, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Essex Junction, 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 Essex Junction, VT
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Essex Junction, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 116 for about 14.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.6 and 101.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
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41.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m 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
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83 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140
Turn left onto VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140
Navigation decision point
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83.1 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|VT 155 / Weston Road
Turn right onto VT 155 / Weston Road
Navigation decision point
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101.5 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|VT 11 / Vermont Route 11
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11 / Vermont Route 11
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.36 one way
$32.71 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.00
$35.99
premium
$4.86
$19.46
$38.91
diesel
$5.61
$22.43
$44.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.89
$4.06
EV Truck/SUV
40.6
0
$14.22
$6.50
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Essex Junction, VT
Late night
in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Londonderry, VT
Late night
in Londonderry on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Brandon, VT
51 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 41m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 80.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a diverse driving profile that keeps you engaged rather than stuck on a monotonous interstate grind. With highways accounting for 42% of the total distance, you will experience a balanced mix of faster roadway segments and more localized driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14.2-mile segment on Vermont Route 116, which serves as a significant portion of your travel time. As you transition between these different road types, the character of the journey shifts, requiring you to adapt your driving pace accordingly. Expect a varied experience that moves you efficiently through the regional landscape.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 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?
2/10
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 Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Essex Junction, VT to Londonderry, VT is easy. At 2h 41m with 42% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 83 miles (VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 101.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, 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 8.6 miles (VT 116 / Vermont Route 116): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 83 miles (VT 140; VT 155 / Vermont Route 140): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Londonderry, VT before heading back.
