Connecting Saint Johnsbury to Saint Albans, this 76-mile journey serves as a straightforward link across northern Vermont. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $12, it is an economical route for travelers moving between these two Northeast locations. You will primarily navigate via Vermont Route 15, which provides a consistent path through the region. Because the trip is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure and reach your destination without feeling rushed. It is a practical choice for anyone looking to traverse this part of the state efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vermont Route 15 West
27.3 mi
42m
Vermont Route 15
15.8 mi
24m
Main Street
14.4 mi
23m
U.S. Route 2 West
9.6 mi
10m
Vermont Route 104
2 mi
2m
Fairfax Road
1.7 mi
3m
Lower Main Street East
1.2 mi
1m
Saint Albans State Highway
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 15 West
— 27.3 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Johnsbury, VT and Saint Albans, VT.
1
Start on US 2
105 ft·7 sec·Portland Street
2
Turn left onto US 2; US 5
0.1 mi·15 sec·Railroad Street
3
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi·30 sec·Eastern Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi·11 sec·Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto US 2
0.4 mi·39 sec·Western Avenue
6
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·52 sec·U.S. Route 2
7
Continue on US 2
9.6 mi·10 min·U.S. Route 2 West
8
Turn right onto VT 15
12 mi·18 min·Vermont Route 15
9
Continue on VT 15
0.2 mi·20 sec·Mill Street
10
Turn left onto VT 15
517 ft·11 sec·South Main Street
11
Turn right onto VT 14; VT 15
0.7 mi·58 sec·Wolcott Street
12
Continue on VT 14; VT 15
13 mi·19 min·Vermont Route 15 West
13
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100
84 ft·1 sec·Vermont Route 15 West
14
Continue on VT 15; VT 100
1.8 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 15 West
15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
144 ft·3 sec·Vermont Route 15 West
16
Continue on VT 15
4.0 mi·5 min·Vermont Route 15 West
17
Continue on VT 15
1.2 mi·1 min·Lower Main Street East
18
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi·13 min·Vermont Route 15 West
19
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
114 ft·2 sec·Vermont Route 15
20
Continue on VT 15
3.3 mi·5 min·Vermont Route 15
21
Turn right onto VT 104
2.0 mi·2 min·Vermont Route 104
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on VT 104
14 mi·23 min·Main Street
23
Continue on VT 104
1.7 mi·3 min·Fairfax Road
24
Turn left onto Saint Albans State Highway
0.9 mi·1 min·Saint Albans State Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 7
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Street
Use the right lane.
26
Arrive at destination
US 7
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour drive, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or overnight logistics. I recommend checking your fuel levels before leaving Saint Johnsbury, as the $12 estimate is based on standard driving conditions and current averages. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled into the route, you have total freedom to pull over whenever you need a break or a quick snack. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Vermont Route 15 and local segments like Main Street near your destination. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic will ensure you maintain the estimated 1 hour and 55 minute travel time.
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 38 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.3 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 miles or 53m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Albans, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Johnsbury, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 76 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Saint Johnsbury, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 15 West for about 27.3 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 75.3 — 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 2 / Eastern Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
39.7 mi into trip|~56m in|VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
56.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Turn right onto VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|US 7 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 7 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.23 one way
$24.47 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.46
$26.92
premium
$4.86
$14.55
$29.11
diesel
$5.61
$16.78
$33.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.8
0
$7.98
$3.65
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.65
$3.04
EV Truck/SUV
30.4
0
$10.64
$4.86
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Saint Johnsbury, VT
Morning
in Saint Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Albans, VT
Morning
in Saint Albans on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Morrisville, VT
38 mi in
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
16 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 55m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm as you travel along Vermont Route 15, which serves as the backbone of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 27.3 miles on Vermont Route 15 West, allowing for a consistent pace once you clear the initial departure points. While the road transitions through various local segments, the overall character remains functional and direct. Expect a reliable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes steady progress over technical or winding maneuvers.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.3 mi on Vermont Route 15 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 15 West and Vermont Route 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 2 / Eastern Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 55m drive. You will face about 12 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 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 39.7 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,737 ft411 ft
Total Climb
1,522 ft
Total Descent
1,707 ft
Highest Point
1,737 ft
~16.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,326 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 76 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 27.3 miles on Vermont Route 15 West. 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 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 39.7 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Albans, VT before heading back.
