Origin
Lincoln, VT
Late night in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Burlington, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincoln, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Trip Overview
Driving from Lincoln to Burlington, Vermont, covers 31.6 miles and takes approximately 53 minutes. This straightforward trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance allows you to reach your destination in under an hour. You will primarily navigate via Vermont Route 116, Hinesburg Road, and North 116 Road. With a modest fuel budget of just $5, this is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Northeast. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive makes it a stress-free option. It serves as an efficient connection between these two Vermont locations without requiring an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 116 | 17.7 mi | 26m |
| Hinesburg Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| North 116 Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| West River Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Lincoln Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Williston Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Quaker Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 17.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Burlington, VT.
1
Start on Quaker Street
47 ft
·
8 sec
·
Quaker Street
2
Continue on Quaker Street
114 ft
·
3 sec
·
Quaker Street
3
Turn right onto West River Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West River Road
4
Continue on Lincoln Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto VT 17; VT 116
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
6
Continue on VT 116
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 116
7
Continue on VT 116
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Vermont Route 116
8
Continue on VT 116
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Hinesburg Road
9
Turn left onto US 2
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Williston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 miles from Lincoln, 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Quaker Street
Continue onto Quaker Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road
Navigation decision point
4
29.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 2 / Williston Road
Turn left onto US 2 / Williston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.09 one way
$10.17 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Burlington, VT
Late night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Huntington, VT
16 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
19 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
53m 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 mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and more substantial thoroughfares. Approximately 56% of this journey involves highway driving, offering a balanced pace throughout the 53-minute duration. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 17.7 miles spent on Vermont Route 116, which provides the most consistent flow before you reach the local segments. Because the route shifts between different road types, stay alert to changes in speed and traffic patterns. You will find that the road character is functional and direct, making it easy to predict your travel time accurately.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on Vermont Route 116.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 early in the drive near Quaker Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lincoln, VT to Burlington, VT is easy. At 53m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Quaker Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 31.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on Vermont Route 116. 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 (Quaker Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burlington, 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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