Origin
Northfield, VT
Afternoon in Northfield on Sunday
Local time
12:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northfield, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northfield, VT
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Essex Junction, VT
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Trip Overview
Northfield, VT to Essex Junction, VT is 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m via I 89, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick and easy journey. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so expect a consistent pace. This route is best suited for a same-day trip, offering minimal travel time between destinations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 40.6 mi | 46m |
| Vermont Route 64 | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 12 South | 1 mi | 1m |
| Saint George Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Water Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 40.6 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on this road
183 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Water Street
208 ft
·
9 sec
·
Water Street
3
Turn right onto VT 12
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on VT 12
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 12 South
5
Turn left onto VT 64
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 64
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
7
Merge onto I 89
41 mi
·
46 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
9
Turn right onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
10
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
11
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
12
Turn slight right onto VT 15
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Northfield, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Water Street
Turn left onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
VT 64 / Vermont Route 64
Turn left onto VT 64 / Vermont Route 64
Navigation decision point
6
5.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
6
46 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
4
46.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
VT 2A / Saint George Road
Turn right onto VT 2A / Saint George Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.03 one way
$16.07 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.84 | $17.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.56 | $19.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Essex Junction, VT
Afternoon in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
12:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Waterbury, VT
25 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 5m 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 drive is predominantly on the highway, with 89% of the journey utilizing interstate travel. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the 49.9 miles, particularly during the longest stretch of 40.6 miles on I 89. While the profile is highway-focused, there are segments on Vermont Route 64 and Essex Road that may offer a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. Expect smooth sailing for most of the trip, with minimal technical driving involved.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.6 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 64. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Water Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Northfield, VT to Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 1h 5m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (VT 64 / Vermont Route 64): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Northfield, VT to Essex Junction, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Montpelier along the way.
Montpelier
5.3 mi in
|
~10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.6 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 (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (VT 64 / Vermont Route 64): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Essex Junction, 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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