If you are planning to travel from South Burlington to Hartland, you are looking at a straightforward 99.4-mile journey across Vermont. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via I-89, I-91, and U.S. Route 5, keeping your transit time efficient and predictable. With a fuel budget of about $16, the trip remains an affordable way to traverse the Northeast region. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. This route is designed for those who prioritize a quick, direct connection between these two Vermont locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from South Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
88 mi
1h 41m
I 91
9 mi
10m
U.S. Route 5
1 mi
1m
Williston Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 88 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington, VT and Hartland, 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
88 mi·1 hr 41 min·I 89
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
Merge onto I 91
9.0 mi·10 min·I 91
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 9Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
8
Turn right onto US 5; VT 12
1.0 mi·1 min·U.S. Route 5
9
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 12
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact drive with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aim to hit the road when traffic is lightest to ensure you maintain that two-hour estimate without unexpected delays. Even though the trip is under 100 miles, keep your eyes on the fuel gauge; while $16 covers the average cost, having a buffer is always wise for interstate travel. Because the vast majority of your time is spent on major highways, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by planning your arrival in Hartland exactly when you need to be there, as there is no need to build in extra hours for long-distance fatigue.
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 49.7 miles from South Burlington, VT, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 59m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartland, 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 99.4 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from South Burlington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 88 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 98.5 — 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.
5
88.9 mi into trip|~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
89.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
98.3 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
4
98.5 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|US 5; VT 12 / U.S. Route 5
Turn right onto US 5; VT 12 / U.S. Route 5
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.00 one way
$32.00 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$17.61
$35.21
premium
$4.86
$19.03
$38.07
diesel
$5.61
$21.95
$43.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.44
$4.77
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.70
$3.98
EV Truck/SUV
39.8
0
$13.92
$6.36
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
South Burlington, VT
Morning
in South Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hartland, VT
Morning
in Hartland on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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 57m 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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 85.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 98% of the route taking place on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 88 miles along I-89. While the experience is undeniably an interstate grind, it offers a consistent and reliable flow for drivers looking to cover ground without technical maneuvering. The transition from the I-89 corridor onto segments of I-91 and U.S. Route 5 marks the final phase of your journey. You can expect a steady, predictable pace for nearly the entire 117-minute duration, allowing you to focus on the road ahead.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / Williston Road.
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 57m drive. You will face about 8 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 (US 2 / Williston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 88.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 South Burlington, VT to Hartland, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
88.9 mi in|~1h 44m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 88 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 88.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Hartland, VT before heading back.
