If you are planning to travel from St. Johnsbury to Huntington, expect a straightforward 65.3-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 42 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance across Vermont. By utilizing a mix of U.S. Route 2 and I-89, you can efficiently navigate between these two Northeast locations. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that keeps travel time manageable, making it an excellent choice for a quick transition between regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from St Johnsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 40m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Route 2 West
25.7 mi
29m
U.S. Route 2
11.2 mi
18m
I 89
10.3 mi
11m
Theodore Roosevelt Highway
5.6 mi
8m
Wes White Hill
3.1 mi
11m
Pond Road
1.4 mi
5m
River Street
1.2 mi
2m
Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2 West
— 25.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and Huntington, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
90 ft·10 sec·Main Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 5
0.5 mi·54 sec·Railroad Street
3
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi·30 sec·Eastern Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi·11 sec·Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto US 2
0.4 mi·39 sec·Western Avenue
6
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·52 sec·U.S. Route 2
7
Continue on US 2
26 mi·29 min·U.S. Route 2 West
8
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi·12 sec·School Street
9
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·39 sec·High Street
10
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi·11 min·U.S. Route 2
11
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi·48 sec·East Montpelier Road
12
Enter roundabout onto US 2
74 ft·0 sec·East Montpelier Road
13
Continue on US 2
115 ft·1 sec·East Montpelier Road
14
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·2 min·River Street
15
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Berlin Street
16
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·2 min·Memorial Drive
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
18
Merge onto I 89
10 mi·11 min·I 89
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
20
Turn left onto VT 100
0.5 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 100
21
Enter roundabout onto North Main Street
40 ft·1 sec·North Main Street
22
Continue on North Main Street
0.3 mi·50 sec·North Main Street
23
Continue on US 2
3.5 mi·5 min·U.S. Route 2
24
Continue on US 2
5.6 mi·8 min·Theodore Roosevelt Highway
25
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Main Street
26
Turn left onto Cochran Road
0.3 mi·45 sec·Cochran Road
27
Turn left onto Wes White Hill
3.1 mi·11 min·Wes White Hill
28
Continue on Pond Road
1.4 mi·5 min·Pond Road
29
Continue on Bridge Street
0.6 mi·2 min·Bridge Street
30
Turn left onto East Street
244 ft·10 sec·East Street
31
Turn slight left onto Main Road
341 ft·9 sec·Main Road
32
Turn right onto Raven Ridge
104 ft·5 sec·Raven Ridge
33
Turn right
321 ft·23 sec
34
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 65.3-mile journey with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire trip in one go, so there is no need to worry about planning overnight accommodations or complex rest stops. Because you are relying heavily on interstate travel, keep a close eye on traffic patterns when merging onto I-89 to ensure a smooth transition. Budgeting $10 for gas is sufficient for this distance, but topping off your tank in St. Johnsbury before you head out is a smart way to start the trip stress-free. Take advantage of the lack of required stops to maintain your own preferred pace throughout the drive.
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 32.7 miles from St Johnsbury, VT, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.7 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 14 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 40m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving St Johnsbury, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from St Johnsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from St Johnsbury, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 2 West for about 25.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 5 / Railroad Street
Turn sharp right onto US 5 / Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
49.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
5
59.8 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|Cochran Road
Turn left onto Cochran Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.51 one way
$21.02 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.57
$23.13
premium
$4.86
$12.50
$25.01
diesel
$5.61
$14.42
$28.83
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: 22.8 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
19.6
0
$6.86
$3.13
Efficient EV
16.3
0
$5.71
$2.61
EV Truck/SUV
26.1
0
$9.14
$4.18
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 14, 2026
Origin
St Johnsbury, VT
Late night
in St Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Patchy Fog
NW 1 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Huntington, VT
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
13 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 42m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 73% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating via U.S. Route 2 and I-89, which provides a consistent pace for the majority of the 1 hour and 42-minute drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 25.7 miles along U.S. Route 2 West. While the route transitions between different road types, the high highway percentage ensures you spend less time idling and more time moving toward your destination. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over winding backroads.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.7 mi on U.S. Route 2 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 West and U.S. Route 2. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 St Johnsbury, VT to Huntington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Stowe along the way.
Stowe
49.4 mi in|~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 65.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.7 miles on U.S. Route 2 West. 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 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Huntington, VT before heading back.
