Origin
Moretown, VT
Morning in Moretown on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moretown, 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
52m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moretown, VT
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Winooski, VT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 39.9-mile drive from Moretown, VT, to Winooski, VT, is easily manageable in about 52 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The journey is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of the route utilizing interstate driving, so expect a swift transit. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it's an economical option for getting between these two Northeast locations within Vermont. This trip is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration, allowing you to reach your destination quickly and without fuss. You won't need to worry about overnight stops or splitting the journey; it's a simple, direct point-to-point drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 31.4 mi | 36m |
| Vermont Route 100B | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| East Allen Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Center Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Wimble's Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 31.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moretown, VT and Winooski, VT.
1
Start on Wimble's Road
54 ft
·
8 sec
·
Wimble's Road
2
Turn sharp right onto VT 100B
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 100B
3
Turn left onto US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 2
4
Turn slight right
145 ft
·
6 sec
5
Turn straight onto Center Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Center Road
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 89 North
7
Merge onto I 89
31 mi
·
36 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Use the left lane.
9
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Allen Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn straight onto East Allen Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Allen Street
11
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Moretown, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 39.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B
Turn sharp right onto VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
6.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Turn left onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
6
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 89 North
7
39 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
39.2 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
$6.42 one way
$12.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Winooski on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Bolton, VT
20 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
4 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
52m 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 highway-centric experience for the majority of this 39.9-mile trip, with 97% of the drive on interstate. You'll spend most of your time on I-89, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 31.4 miles, which means consistent speed and minimal traffic distractions. The route begins with a brief segment on Vermont Route 100B before merging onto the interstate. While primarily highway, the final approach into Winooski involves East Allen Street, offering a slight shift in scenery as you transition from the open road to a more urban environment. This drive prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic byways.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.4 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 100B. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B.
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 52m drive. You will face about 6 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 (VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.8 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 7.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
619 ft
190 ft
Total Climb
398 ft
Total Descent
827 ft
Highest Point
619 ft
Elevation Range
429 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 39.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.4 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: near the start (VT 100B / Vermont Route 100B): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.8 miles (US 2 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 7.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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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