Origin
Lyndon, VT
Late night in Lyndon on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lyndon, VT to Barre, 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
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 57m
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.
Lyndon, VT
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Barre, VT
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Trip Overview
Connecting Lyndon to Barre, this 41.8-mile journey is an efficient trek through Vermont's Northeast region. You can easily complete the drive in about 54 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is both wallet-friendly and straightforward for travelers. You will primarily navigate via I-91 and U.S. Route 2, transitioning between these main arteries to reach your destination. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick regional excursion, this trip offers a simple, reliable path across the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 West | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| I 91 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 14 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Montpelier Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Merchant Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| High Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2 West
— 25.4 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lyndon, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on York Street
53 ft
·
4 sec
·
York Street
2
Turn left onto US 5
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Memorial Drive
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 91
4
Merge onto I 91
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
I 91
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 21
Toward US 2: Saint Johnsbury, Montpelier
6
Keep slight left at fork
211 ft
·
5 sec
7
Turn left onto US 2
25 mi
·
28 min
·
U.S. Route 2 West
8
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
9
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
10
Continue on US 2
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 2
11
Turn left onto VT 14
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 14 South
12
Continue on VT 14
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Montpelier Road
13
Continue on VT 14
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Maple Avenue
14
Turn straight onto Merchant Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Merchant Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 302; VT 14
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Main Street
16
Continue on VT 14
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
Toward VT 14 South
17
Turn right onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
18
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Lyndon, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 41.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 91
Navigation decision point
Toward I 91
6
7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Saint Johnsbury, Montpelier
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 21
Toward US 2: Saint Johnsbury, Montpelier
5
7.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
41.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
41.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn right onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.73 one way
$13.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 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 | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Barre, VT
Late night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Cabot, VT
21 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
1 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
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?
This highway-focused drive is designed for those who value speed and efficiency, with 89% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will spend much of your time on major thoroughfares, including a significant 25.4-mile uninterrupted stretch along U.S. Route 2 West. The experience behind the wheel is consistent, favoring steady speeds over technical maneuvering or frequent turning. Because the route relies heavily on interstate and highway infrastructure, expect a predictable pace that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity. It is a functional, no-nonsense path for motorists who prioritize transit time.
89% 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: 25.4 mi on U.S. Route 2 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 West and I 91. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Lyndon, VT to Barre, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
Montpelier
7 mi in
|
~8m
About the Cities
Arriving in Barre, VT
Full guide →Barre is a city in Central Vermont. It is well known for its granite quarries and is considered the "Granite Capital of the World".
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 41.8 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 (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.4 miles on U.S. Route 2 West. 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 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Barre, 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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