If you are planning to travel from Jericho to Milton, Vermont, expect a straightforward journey covering 94.9 miles. This trip typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-89, Vermont Route 14, and Vermont Route 289, keeping the transit efficient. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because this route is entirely contained within the Northeast region of Vermont, you won't experience significant shifts in landscape or regional culture, allowing for a consistent travel experience from start to finish.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.4 miles from Jericho, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
64.6 mi
1h 14m
Vermont Route 14
7.8 mi
15m
Vermont Route 289
4.5 mi
6m
Middle Road
3 mi
6m
East Road
3 mi
5m
River Road
2.9 mi
4m
Vermont Route 117
2.8 mi
4m
Jericho Street
1.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 64.6 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jericho, VT and Milton, VT.
1
Start on Jericho Street
1.9 mi·7 min·Jericho Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Jericho Road
462 ft·22 sec·Jericho Road
3
Turn straight onto VT 14
7.8 mi·15 min·Vermont Route 14
4
Turn right onto VT 132
0.2 mi·44 sec·Route 132
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
6
Merge onto I 89
65 mi·1 hr 14 min·I 89
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 11Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
8
Turn right onto US 2
187 ft·6 sec·West Main Street
9
Turn right onto VT 117
0.8 mi·1 min·River Road
10
Continue on VT 117
2.8 mi·4 min·Vermont Route 117
11
Continue on VT 117
2.0 mi·3 min·River Road
12
Turn right onto VT 289
4.5 mi·6 min·Vermont Route 289
Toward VT 289 West
13
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A
0.8 mi·1 min·Colchester Road
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on VT 2A
1.5 mi·2 min·Main Street
15
Turn right onto East Road
3.0 mi·5 min·East Road
16
Continue on Middle Road
3.0 mi·6 min·Middle Road
17
Continue on River Street
1.2 mi·3 min·River Street
18
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively quick 2-hour and 15-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without needing a rigid schedule. You won't have any mandatory stops scheduled, so pace your journey based on your own comfort levels and fuel needs. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of the 94.9-mile trip is highway-based, it is wise to check local traffic reports before leaving to ensure the interstate segments remain clear. As you approach the 64.6-mile stretch on I-89, double-check your fuel gauge before merging, as this is the primary section where you are locked into a consistent flow of traffic. Having your playlist or navigation ready before you hit the main highway will help you maintain steady progress throughout the day.
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 47.4 miles from Jericho, VT, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 21 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milton, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jericho, 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 Jericho, VT
This is one driving day of about 94.9 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Jericho, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 64.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 85.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.9 mi into trip|~7m in|Jericho Road
At end of road, turn right onto Jericho Road
Navigation decision point
4
9.8 mi into trip|~23m in|VT 132 / Route 132
Turn right onto VT 132 / Route 132
Navigation decision point
5
10 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
74.8 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
7
85.3 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|VT 2A / Colchester Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A / Colchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.28 one way
$30.55 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$16.81
$33.62
premium
$4.86
$18.17
$36.35
diesel
$5.61
$20.95
$41.91
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: 33.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.5
0
$9.96
$4.56
Efficient EV
23.7
0
$8.30
$3.80
EV Truck/SUV
38
0
$13.29
$6.07
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Jericho, VT
Afternoon
in Jericho on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Milton, VT
Afternoon
in Milton on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Waterbury, VT
47 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
3 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
2h 15m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused route is defined by its speed and efficiency, with 84% of the trip spent on major roads. You will settle into a long, steady rhythm during the 64.6-mile stretch on I-89, which represents the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. While the transition between Vermont Route 14 and Vermont Route 289 adds some variety to your navigation, the overall experience is designed for direct transit rather than winding exploration. Expect a functional, high-speed environment where the road surface remains consistent and predictable. Staying alert during the extended interstate segments is key, as the miles pass quickly once you find your pace.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.6 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 14. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Jericho Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 15m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (Jericho Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (VT 132 / Route 132): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,581 ft218 ft
Total Climb
1,238 ft
Total Descent
2,004 ft
Highest Point
1,581 ft
~40.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,363 ft
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 Jericho, VT to Milton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williston along the way.
Williston
74.8 mi in|~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 94.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 64.6 miles on I 89. 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 1.9 miles (Jericho Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (VT 132 / Route 132): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: 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 Milton, VT before heading back.
