Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
51.4 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montpelier, VT
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Jericho, VT
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If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across Vermont, this 51.4-mile trip between Montpelier and Jericho is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 13 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a stress-free day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, the route remains an affordable way to navigate the Northeast region. Because the duration is quite short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay or complex logistics. The trip is best characterized as a functional, highway-focused drive that connects two distinct parts of the state with ease.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 39.5 mi | 45m |
| Vermont Route 14 | 7.8 mi | 15m |
| Jericho Street | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Route 132 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Jericho Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Montpelier, VT and Jericho, VT.
Start on VT 12; US 2 Business
Turn right onto US 2
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Turn right onto VT 132
Turn left onto VT 14
Turn slight left onto Jericho Road
Turn left onto Jericho Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Montpelier, 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.
5 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.
Turn right onto US 2 / Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward VT 132: Sharon, VT 14
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto VT 132 / Route 132
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto VT 14 / Vermont Route 14
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.27 one way
$16.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.10 | $18.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.84 | $19.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Jericho on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers Likely
36°F
Bethel, VT
26 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
You will spend the vast majority of your journey on high-speed roads, as 92% of this trip consists of highway driving. The backbone of your travel is I-89, which accounts for a significant 39.5-mile uninterrupted stretch of the trek. After cruising along the interstate, you will transition onto Vermont Route 14 and eventually Jericho Street to reach your final destination. While the experience is primarily a highway grind, the shift from the interstate to local roads provides a noticeable change in pace as you approach Jericho. Expect a consistent, efficient flow that prioritizes speed over winding backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 14. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 2 / Memorial Drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m 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: at 0.2 miles (US 2 / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,801 ft
Total Descent
1,258 ft
Highest Point
1,627 ft
~14.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,104 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 51.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
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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