Origin
Milton, VT
Late night in Milton on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milton, VT to Winooski, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.7 mi
22 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milton, VT
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Winooski, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across Vermont, the 13.7-mile journey from Milton to Winooski is an efficient option. Expect to spend about 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via I-89, U.S. Route 7 South, and River Street to reach your destination. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a very budget-friendly commute within the Northeast region. Since the entire drive is short and contained within the state, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you where you need to go without any unnecessary fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| U.S. Route 7 South | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| River Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Newell Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 6.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton, VT and Winooski, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
3
Continue on River Street
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
River Street
4
Turn right onto Railroad Street
323 ft
·
9 sec
·
Railroad Street
5
Turn straight onto US 7
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
6
Turn right onto US 2
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 89
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 89
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 16
Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
10
Turn right onto US 2; US 7
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Roosevelt Highway
11
Continue on US 2; US 7
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Newell Lane
408 ft
·
24 sec
·
Newell Lane
13
Turn right onto East Allen Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Allen Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 13.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
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
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn right onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 16
Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
East Allen Street
Turn right onto East Allen Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.21 one way
$4.41 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.43 | $4.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.62 | $5.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Rain Showers
S 10 to 18 mph
91% chance
Live forecast
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
17 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
22m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 22-minute trip is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 6.3 miles on I-89. The personality of this route is defined by its speed and directness rather than winding backroads. As you transition from the interstate onto U.S. Route 7 South and River Street, the environment shifts from a fast-paced highway flow into more localized traffic patterns. Expect a predictable experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic exploration, making it well-suited for those who prefer to keep their eyes on the road and arrive quickly.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.3 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 7 South. 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 Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 9 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 5.6 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
348 ft
134 ft
Total Climb
280 ft
Total Descent
390 ft
Highest Point
348 ft
~2.9 mi in
Elevation Range
213 ft
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 Milton, VT to Winooski, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Colchester along the way.
Colchester
12.4 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 13.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.3 miles on I 89. 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 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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