If you are planning a quick cross-state transit, this 73.1-mile journey from Huntington to St. Johnsbury is a straightforward trek across Vermont. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes, the trip is easily manageable as a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $12 for fuel, making this an economical choice for a weekend getaway or a necessary commute. Because the route is entirely contained within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent New England atmosphere from start to finish. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through the drive in one go or take your time exploring the areas surrounding the main transit corridors.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from Huntington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Route 2
33.4 mi
41m
I 89
24.9 mi
28m
Huntington Road
4.2 mi
10m
Main Road
2.2 mi
5m
West Main Street
1.5 mi
3m
River Street
1.3 mi
2m
Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
2m
High Street
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 33.4 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, VT and St Johnsbury, VT.
1
Start on this road
321 ft·25 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Raven Ridge
104 ft·6 sec·Raven Ridge
3
Turn left onto Main Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Main Road
4
Continue on Huntington Road
4.2 mi·10 min·Huntington Road
5
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
6
Turn left onto US 2
1.5 mi·3 min·West Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·15 sec
8
Merge onto I 89
25 mi·28 min·I 89
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 8Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
10
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Berlin Street
12
Turn slight left onto US 2
1.2 mi·2 min·River Street
13
Enter roundabout onto US 2
137 ft·1 sec·River Street
14
Continue on US 2
97 ft·1 sec·River Street
15
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi·47 sec·East Montpelier Road
16
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi·11 min·U.S. Route 2
17
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·39 sec·High Street
18
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi·12 sec·School Street
19
Continue on US 2
26 mi·30 min·U.S. Route 2
20
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi·36 sec·Western Avenue
21
Continue on US 2
227 ft·3 sec·Western Avenue
22
Continue on US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi·11 sec·Main Street
23
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi·32 sec·Eastern Avenue
24
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5
0.5 mi·56 sec·Railroad Street
25
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
90 ft·3 sec·Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 1 hour and 42-minute transit, aim to head out during off-peak hours to ensure a smooth transition between local roads and the interstate. Because the entire route covers only 73.1 miles, you have the luxury of choosing your own pace without the pressure of a rigid itinerary. Keep in mind that with no planned stops, you should fuel up before leaving Huntington to avoid needing a mid-drive detour. Since you will spend a significant portion of the trip on U.S. Route 2, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you transition between rural stretches and more developed areas. This short duration offers great flexibility, so feel free to adjust your departure time to best suit your personal schedule.
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 36.6 miles from Huntington, VT, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.4 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 16 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 55m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St Johnsbury, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntington, VT
This is one driving day of about 73.1 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Huntington, 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 33.4 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 73.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Raven Ridge
Turn left onto Raven Ridge
Navigation decision point
4
7.1 mi into trip|~17m in|US 2 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 2 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
33.6 mi into trip|~49m 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
5
72.6 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
73.1 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|Main Street
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.77 one way
$23.54 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.95
$25.90
premium
$4.86
$14.00
$28.00
diesel
$5.61
$16.14
$32.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.9
0
$7.68
$3.51
Efficient EV
18.3
0
$6.40
$2.92
EV Truck/SUV
29.2
0
$10.23
$4.68
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Huntington, VT
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
St Johnsbury, VT
Late night
in St Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°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
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 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time will be spent cruising on major roads like I-89 and U.S. Route 2. You will start on local stretches like Huntington Road before transitioning onto the faster interstate and highway network. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip spans 33.4 miles along U.S. Route 2, providing a steady rhythm for your drive. While the majority of the trip favors speed and efficiency, the transition from smaller local roads to the highway system keeps the navigation straightforward. You can anticipate a consistent driving pace that prioritizes direct transit over winding backroads.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.4 mi on U.S. Route 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Raven Ridge.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Raven Ridge): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (US 2 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.6 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.
On the drive from Huntington, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
Saint Johnsbury
33.6 mi in|~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 73.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 33.4 miles on U.S. Route 2. 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: at 0.1 miles (Raven Ridge): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (US 2 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.6 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 St Johnsbury, VT before heading back.
