Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leicester, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Leicester, VT to Burlington, VT is 45.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via Ethan Allen Highway/US 7, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a mix of driving conditions as you head north. It's a straightforward route, perfect for a quick scenic drive or an easy connection between these two locations. You can comfortably complete this drive within a single day.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| US 7 | 11.3 mi | 18m |
| North Pleasant Street | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Shelburne Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Saint Paul Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Leicester, VT and Burlington, VT.
Start on US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7
Enter roundabout onto US 7
Continue on US 7
Continue on US 7 Alternate
Turn right onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Leicester, 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 11.3 and 45.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / North Pleasant Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Right onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.65 one way
$15.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| premium | $5.07 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Leicester on Thursday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Burlington on Thursday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive features a 32% highway share, meaning you'll experience some limited-access sections before transitioning to surface roads. The longest stretch on Ethan Allen Highway/US 7 measures 12.3 miles. As you approach Burlington, be prepared for more traffic and merging, characteristic of arriving in a more populated area. The majority of the route will be on well-maintained state and US highways.
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 11.3 miles in near US 7 / North Pleasant Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Leicester, VT to Burlington, VT is easy. At 1h 13m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.3 miles (US 7 / North Pleasant Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.8 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.8 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
341 ft
Total Descent
590 ft
Highest Point
449 ft
~3.3 mi in
Elevation Range
329 ft
Founded 1783
Burlington is the largest city in the American state of Vermont. Situated on Lake Champlain, it is the heart of a small urban area that acts as Vermont's vibrant and cosmopolitan center. Known for its ultra-liberal environment and free-thinking spirit, Burlington is a college town and an important commercial city, but maintains an intimate atmosphere.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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