If you are planning a trip from Milton to Fair Haven, expect a straightforward journey covering 80.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-89, the Ethan Allen Highway, and Vermont Route 22A, which keeps the travel time efficient. With an estimated fuel cost of just $13, it is a budget-friendly way to traverse this portion of the Northeast. Given the manageable duration, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing an overnight stay. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that connects two distinct parts of Vermont effectively.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.1 miles from Milton, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Milton, VT and Fair Haven, VT.
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Start on Main Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Main Street
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At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi·2 min·River Street
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Continue on River Street
246 ft·7 sec·River Street
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Turn right onto Railroad Street
323 ft·9 sec·Railroad Street
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Turn straight onto US 7
4.3 mi·7 min·U.S. Route 7 South
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Turn right onto US 2
0.2 mi·23 sec·U.S. Route 2
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
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Merge onto I 89
10 mi·12 min·I 89
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
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Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi·1 min·I 189
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn left onto US 7
6.8 mi·13 min·Shelburne Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Continue on US 7
12 mi·19 min·Ethan Allen Highway
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Continue on US 7
0.9 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7
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Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Monkton Road
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At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A
1.5 mi·4 min·Main Street
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Continue on VT 22A
39 mi·1 hr 1 min·Vermont Route 22A
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Continue on VT 22A
1.0 mi·1 min·Washington Street
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Turn left onto VT 22A
444 ft·8 sec·North Park Place
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Arrive at destination
North Park Place
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early helps you avoid any unexpected traffic. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pace the 2-hour drive based on your personal comfort. Keep in mind that 70% of your route is highway, so ensure your vehicle is prepared for sustained speeds before you pull out of Milton. As you head toward Fair Haven, remember to budget roughly $13 for fuel to cover the full distance. A helpful tip for this specific route is to keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before starting the 39.2-mile stretch on Vermont Route 22A, as this will be your longest period without a significant break.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.1 miles from Milton, VT, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.1 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fair Haven, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milton, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milton, VT
This is one driving day of about 80.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Milton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 22A for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 17.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 7 / River Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / River Street
Navigation decision point
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1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
16.5 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
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16.7 mi into trip|~25m in|I 189
Merge onto I 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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17.9 mi into trip|~27m in|US 7 / Shelburne Road
Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.91 one way
$25.82 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.21
$28.41
premium
$4.86
$15.36
$30.72
diesel
$5.61
$17.71
$35.41
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.1
0
$8.42
$3.85
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.02
$3.21
EV Truck/SUV
32.1
0
$11.23
$5.13
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Milton, VT
Late night
in Milton on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fair Haven, VT
Late night
in Fair Haven on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
14 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
2h 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 80.2-mile journey is heavily highway-focused, with 70% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of fast-paced interstate travel and transition onto regional roads as you head toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Vermont Route 22A, where you can settle into a 39.2-mile rhythm. While the drive is functional rather than technical, be prepared for the shift in pace as you move from the Ethan Allen Highway onto the secondary stretches. It is a steady, predictable drive that allows you to cover the distance with minimal stress.
70% 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: 39.2 mi on Vermont Route 22A.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A and Ethan Allen Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 7 / River Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 9m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
392 ft169 ft
Total Climb
525 ft
Total Descent
432 ft
Highest Point
392 ft
~80.2 mi in
Elevation Range
223 ft
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 Milton, VT to Fair Haven, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.
Rutland
16.5 mi in|~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 80.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Vermont Route 22A. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fair Haven, VT before heading back.
