Origin
South Hero, VT
Morning in South Hero on Sunday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Hero, VT to South Burlington, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
18.7 mi
30 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Hero, VT
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South Burlington, VT
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Trip Overview
This short, 18.7-mile drive from South Hero to South Burlington in Vermont is easily manageable in about 28 minutes, making it a perfect single-day excursion. With 93% of the journey on highways, the main roads you'll encounter are I-89 and U.S. Route 2, culminating on Williston Road. The estimated fuel cost is a very reasonable $3, reflecting the route's efficiency. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for a quick transition between locations within the Northeast region, offering a straightforward and practical travel experience without the need for an overnight stay. You'll find the drive focused and direct.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Williston Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 9.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hero, VT and South Burlington, VT.
1
Start on South Street
166 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
U.S. Route 2
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
4
Merge onto I 89
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 2 East: South Burlington
6
Turn straight onto US 2
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Williston Road
7
Continue on US 2
87 ft
·
2 sec
·
Williston Road
8
Arrive at destination
US 2
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.7 — 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 / U.S. Route 2
Turn right onto US 2 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
3
8.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
17.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward US 2 East: South Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 2 East: South Burlington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.01 one way
$6.02 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
South Burlington, VT
Morning in South Burlington on Sunday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
28m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this route, with 93% of the 18.7 miles on high-speed roads like I-89. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 9.1 miles on I-89, allowing for a consistent pace. As you transition off the interstate, you'll merge onto U.S. Route 2 before finishing on Williston Road. This progression means the road character shifts from a fast-paced highway to more of a main arterial road as you approach your destination.
93% 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: 9.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. 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 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Hero, VT to South Burlington, VT is easy. At 28m with 93% 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 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 18.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.1 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 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Burlington, 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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