Origin
Fletcher, VT
Late night in Fletcher on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fletcher, VT to Montpelier, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fletcher, VT
Andrea Davis
Montpelier, VT
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Trip Overview
Fletcher to Montpelier is 50.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 19 minutes via I-89 and VT-15, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, starting in the Northeast region and heading towards the state capital. It's a straightforward, mostly highway drive, making it a convenient option for a quick transit between these two points. You'll find it an efficient way to cover the distance without much fuss, ideal for a day trip or a short leg of a larger journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 11.6 mi | 19m |
| Browns Trace | 5.3 mi | 11m |
| Cambridge Road | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Governor Peck Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pumpkin Harbor Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Governor Peck Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 24.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fletcher, VT and Montpelier, VT.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Cambridge Road
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Cambridge Road
3
Continue on Pumpkin Harbor Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Pumpkin Harbor Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 15
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto Browns Trace
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Browns Trace
6
Turn right onto Governor Peck Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Governor Peck Road
7
Continue on Governor Peck Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Governor Peck Highway
8
At end of road, turn left onto VT 117
240 ft
·
9 sec
·
River Road
9
Turn left onto US 2
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
11
Merge onto I 89
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 89
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
13
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
VT 12; US 2 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Fletcher, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49 — 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
|
Cambridge Road
Turn left onto Cambridge Road
Navigation decision point
6
4.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
16.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Browns Trace
Turn left onto Browns Trace
Navigation decision point
4
23.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
VT 117 / River Road
At end of road, turn left onto VT 117 / River Road
Navigation decision point
6
49 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.39 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.02 | $18.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 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 | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Montpelier, VT
Late night in Montpelier on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Williston, VT
25 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
20 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 19m 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 is primarily highway-focused, with 72% of the journey on interstate roads. You'll experience a 24.9-mile stretch on I-89, offering sustained highway speeds. The route utilizes I-89 for a significant portion before transitioning to Vermont Route 15 and Browns Trace, introducing a shift in road type. Expect a generally efficient and direct travel experience, with the character leaning towards smooth, faster driving for the majority of the trip.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cambridge Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cambridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (Browns Trace): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 50.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.9 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: near the start (Cambridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (Browns Trace): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montpelier, 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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