Origin
South Hero, VT
Afternoon in South Hero on Sunday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Hero, VT to Winooski, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.9 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
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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Winooski, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the islands of Lake Champlain to the heart of Winooski, this 15.9-mile trip is an ideal day outing. You will spend roughly 23 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable commute or excursion. The route relies heavily on U.S. Route 2 and I-89, ensuring a straightforward journey through Vermont’s Northeast region. With fuel costs estimated at just $3, this is a budget-friendly option that requires no overnight stops. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, the efficiency of this connection allows you to maximize your time at your destination rather than on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| I 89 | 6 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Newell Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Allen Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2
— 8.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hero, VT and Winooski, 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
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 16
Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
6
Turn right onto US 2; US 7
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Roosevelt Highway
7
Continue on US 2; US 7
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto Newell Lane
408 ft
·
24 sec
·
Newell Lane
9
Turn right onto East Allen Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Allen Street
10
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.9 — 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
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 16
Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway
Turn right onto US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway
Navigation decision point
4
15.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Newell Lane
Turn left onto Newell Lane
Navigation decision point
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
East Allen Street
Turn right onto East Allen Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.56 one way
$5.12 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.82 | $5.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.04 | $6.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Winooski, VT
Afternoon in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
20 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
23m 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 a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will start by navigating U.S. Route 2, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 8.2 miles. Transitioning onto I-89 provides a fast-paced environment before you eventually pull into Winooski via Main Street. You can expect a consistent, high-speed experience for the majority of the 23-minute duration. The road’s personality is utilitarian and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads or technical maneuvers.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.2 mi on U.S. Route 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 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 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.9 miles (US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Hero, VT to Winooski, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Colchester along the way.
Colchester
14.6 mi in
|
~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 15.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.2 miles on U.S. Route 2. 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 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.9 miles (US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Winooski, 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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