Origin
Lincoln, VT
Late night in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Winooski, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
33.9 mi
55 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 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
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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Winooski, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Lincoln to Winooski, you are looking at a straightforward 33.9-mile journey that typically takes about 54 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily utilize Vermont Route 116 and I-89 to make your way north through the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. This drive is ideal for those who prioritize efficiency, as it serves as a reliable connection between these two Vermont locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 116 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| I 89 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| North 116 Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Saint George Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| West River Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 2A | 2 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Allen Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 14.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Winooski, 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
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 116
8
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
9
Continue on VT 2A
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint George Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
11
Merge onto I 89
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 89
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Allen Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn straight onto East Allen Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Allen Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 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
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.2 — 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
26.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
5
33.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
VT 15 / East Allen Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15 / East Allen Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.46 one way
$10.91 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.00 | $12.01 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.48 | $14.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Winooski, VT
Late night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Huntington, VT
17 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
54m 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 trip that leans heavily into highway travel, with roughly 66% of the route dedicated to faster-paced roads. The experience begins on Vermont Route 116, which features your longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.2 miles. As you transition onto the interstate, the personality of the drive shifts from local roads to a more structured, highway-focused flow. While the route is functional rather than leisurely, the mix of road types ensures you spend the majority of your time maintaining a consistent cruising speed. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on Vermont Route 116.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 116 and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Quaker Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 26.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 33.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.2 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 26.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Winooski, 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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