Origin
Jericho, VT
Morning in Jericho on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
51 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jericho, VT
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Montpelier, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Jericho to Montpelier, this 51-mile journey is an efficient way to cross the Northeast region of Vermont. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $8, it is an economical route that doesn't require an overnight stay. Since the drive is entirely within the state, you won’t have to worry about changing travel regulations or regional logistics. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Vermont communities, offering a practical path for those who prefer a direct approach to their travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 39.2 mi | 45m |
| Vermont Route 14 | 7.8 mi | 15m |
| Jericho Street | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Route 132 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Jericho Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 39.2 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jericho, VT and Montpelier, 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
39 mi
·
45 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier
8
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
10
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
26 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 Jericho, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 50.8 — 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
5
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier
4
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
VT 12; US 2 Business / Main Street
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.21 one way
$16.42 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.03 | $18.07 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.26 | $22.52 |
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 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $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
Morning in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bethel, VT
26 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 12m 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 highway-focused experience, as 93% of this route relies on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-89, which accounts for a 39.2-mile stretch of the trip, providing a consistent pace behind the wheel. The journey begins on local roads like Jericho Street and Vermont Route 14 before transitioning into the interstate. While the drive lacks technical turns or slow-moving backroads, it offers a steady, reliable rhythm that allows you to cover the distance quickly. This is a functional drive designed for transit rather than winding exploration, keeping your travel time predictable from start to finish.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Jericho Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jericho, VT to Montpelier, VT is easy. At 1h 12m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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
1,655 ft
397 ft
Total Climb
1,339 ft
Total Descent
1,883 ft
Highest Point
1,655 ft
~36.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,258 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 51 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 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: 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. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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