Origin
South Burlington, VT
Morning in South Burlington on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Burlington, VT to Bethel, 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 26m
Distance
70.7 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Burlington, VT
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Bethel, VT
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Trip Overview
Traveling from South Burlington to Bethel is a straightforward 70.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-89, transitioning onto Vermont Route 107 and South Main Street to reach your final stop. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel makes this an economical choice for a quick getaway within the Northeast. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, the efficiency of this drive ensures you spend more time at your destination and less time behind the wheel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 66.4 mi | 1h 17m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Williston Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| VT 107 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cushing Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 66.4 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Bethel, VT.
1
Start on US 2
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Williston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
3
Merge onto I 89
66 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
I 89
4
Take the exit onto VT 107
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
VT 107
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
5
Turn right onto VT 107
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
6
Continue on VT 107
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
7
Turn right onto Cushing Drive
194 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cushing Drive
8
Arrive at destination
Cushing Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from South Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.4 miles.
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 70.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 2 / Williston Road
Depart onto US 2 / Williston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Montpelier
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 South: Montpelier
6
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
VT 107
Take the exit onto VT 107 toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
4
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Turn right onto VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Navigation decision point
4
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
Cushing Drive
Turn right onto Cushing Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.38 one way
$22.76 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.90 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Bethel, VT
Morning in Bethel on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Waterbury, VT
35 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
15 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
1h 26m 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 trip is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your travel time spent on major roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 66.4 miles along I-89. While the majority of the drive feels like a standard interstate cruise, the final transition onto Vermont Route 107 and South Main Street provides a necessary shift in pace. Expect a consistent, efficient experience that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers. By keeping to the main arteries, you can anticipate a predictable and smooth flow throughout the entire 70.7-mile path.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.4 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 107. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / Williston Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Bethel, VT is easy. At 1h 26m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 70.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m 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 66.4 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 (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 67.4 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bethel, 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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