Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren, VT
Raziella R
East Montpelier Center, VT
James Mirakian
Warren, VT to East Montpelier Center, VT is 30.2 miles and takes about 52 minutes via Main Street and I 89, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It offers a mixed driving experience, balancing highway speeds with local road navigation. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and potential detours along the way. Plan for a straightforward journey with minimal time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 10.2 mi | 19m |
| Vermont Route 100B | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| I 89 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Center Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 100 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Warren, VT and East Montpelier Center, VT.
Start on Fuller Hill Road
Turn straight onto Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Continue on VT 100
Continue on VT 100B
Turn left onto US 2
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto Center Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Continue on Memorial Drive
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Continue on Main Street
Turn right onto Center Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Warren, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$5.34 one way
$10.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $5.85 | $11.69 |
| premium | $5.29 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Warren on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in East Montpelier Center on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Main Street and Vermont Route 100B before merging onto I 89. The longest continuous segment without a significant change in road type is 10.2 miles, primarily on Main Street. Expect a transition from potentially slower local roads to faster interstate driving. This blend means you'll experience varied road conditions and speeds throughout the 52-minute trip.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 52m 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: at 0.5 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
739 ft
Total Descent
514 ft
Highest Point
1,142 ft
~30.2 mi in
Elevation Range
622 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Warren, VT to East Montpelier Center, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
Saint Johnsbury
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 30.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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