If you are planning a trip from South Burlington to Chittenden, expect a 67-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of about $11 for the trip, making it an affordable local outing. The path utilizes a combination of Vermont Route 116, Ethan Allen Highway, and Franklin Street to navigate through the Northeast region. Because this is a direct, turn-heavy drive, it offers a straightforward way to transition between these two Vermont locations. Keep in mind that this is a non-stop route, so you should plan your schedule accordingly before you head out.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.5 miles from South Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vermont Route 116
17.7 mi
26m
Ethan Allen Highway
10.9 mi
16m
Franklin Street
10.2 mi
17m
Case Street
6.1 mi
8m
South 116 Road
5.5 mi
8m
Hinesburg Road
4.3 mi
7m
North 116 Road
4.1 mi
6m
Sangamon Road
2.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 17.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Chittenden, VT.
1
Start on US 2
100 ft·11 sec·Williston Road
2
Turn left onto VT 116
4.3 mi·7 min·Hinesburg Road
3
Continue on VT 116
1.0 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 116
4
Continue on VT 116
17 mi·24 min·Vermont Route 116
5
Continue on VT 116
4.1 mi·6 min·North 116 Road
6
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi·1 min·Rockydale Road
7
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·1 min·East Street
8
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi·25 sec·Main Street
9
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi·53 sec·West Street
10
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi·56 sec·Stony Hill Road
11
Turn left onto VT 116
2.1 mi·3 min·South 116 Road
12
Continue on VT 116
3.4 mi·5 min·South 116 Road
13
Continue on VT 116
6.1 mi·8 min·Case Street
14
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi·51 sec·Ossie Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 7 South
16
Continue on US 7
11 mi·16 min·Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·39 sec·Conant Square
18
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi·44 sec·Center Street
19
Continue on US 7
10 mi·17 min·Franklin Street
20
Turn left onto Sangamon Road
2.2 mi·4 min·Sangamon Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto Chittenden Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·Chittenden Road
22
Continue on East Pittsford - Chittenden Road
1.0 mi·2 min·East Pittsford - Chittenden Road
23
Turn slight left onto Mountain Top Road
197 ft·8 sec·Mountain Top Road
24
Turn left onto Holden Road
158 ft·8 sec·Holden Road
25
Turn right
19 ft·1 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that the route consists of zero planned stops, so ensure your vehicle is fueled and you have any necessary supplies ready before leaving South Burlington. Given the 1-hour and 47-minute duration, it is a manageable drive to complete in one go without needing a formal rest break. Pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between Franklin Street and Vermont Route 116, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires frequent adjustments. Taking a moment to map out these specific road changes will help you stay on track throughout the 67-mile journey.
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 33.5 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.7 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.5 miles or 52m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chittenden, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Burlington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 67 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from South Burlington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 116 for about 17.7 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67 — 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|VT 116 / Hinesburg Road
Turn left onto VT 116 / Hinesburg Road
Navigation decision point
4
40.8 mi into trip|~1h 2m in|US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
Navigation decision point
4
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|Sangamon Road
Turn left onto Sangamon Road
Navigation decision point
5
65.8 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|Chittenden Road
At end of road, turn left onto Chittenden Road
Navigation decision point
5
67 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.79 one way
$21.57 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.87
$23.73
premium
$4.86
$12.83
$25.66
diesel
$5.61
$14.79
$29.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.1
0
$7.03
$3.22
Efficient EV
16.8
0
$5.86
$2.68
EV Truck/SUV
26.8
0
$9.38
$4.29
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
South Burlington, VT
Morning
in South Burlington on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chittenden, VT
Morning
in Chittenden on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Bristol, VT
34 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
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 47m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 28% of this journey involves highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while cruising for 17.7 miles on Vermont Route 116. The character of the road shifts frequently, requiring you to remain alert as you move away from the busier stretches of the Ethan Allen Highway. Expect a more technical driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as the path winds through the local landscape.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on Vermont Route 116.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 116 / Hinesburg Road.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Burlington, VT to Chittenden, VT is easy. At 1h 47m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 63.5 miles (Sangamon Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 67 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on Vermont Route 116. 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 116 / Hinesburg Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South): Navigation decision point; at 63.5 miles (Sangamon Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chittenden, VT before heading back.
