Origin
Washington, VT
Late night in Washington on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Washington, VT to South Burlington, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washington, VT
Townsend Walton
South Burlington, VT
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Trip Overview
Washington, VT to South Burlington, VT is 52 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via I 89, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Vermont, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, predominantly highway journey perfect for a quick trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. If you're looking for a simple transit between these two Vermont locations, this route fits the bill.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 38 mi | 44m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 110 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| East Barre Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Williston Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 38 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, VT and South Burlington, VT.
1
Start on VT 110
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 110
2
Continue on VT 110
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Road
3
Enter roundabout onto US 302
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Barre Road
4
Continue on US 302
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Barre Road
5
Continue on US 302
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
6
Continue on US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn left onto VT 62
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 62
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
9
Merge onto I 89
38 mi
·
44 min
·
I 89
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 2 East: South Burlington
11
Turn slight right onto US 2
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Williston Road
12
Continue on US 2
87 ft
·
2 sec
·
Williston Road
13
Arrive at destination
US 2
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Washington, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 51.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 302 / East Barre Road
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / East Barre Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
3
13.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
51.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
$8.37 one way
$16.74 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
South Burlington, VT
Late night in South Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Waterbury, VT
26 mi in
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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 drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 88% of the route utilizing high-speed roads like I 89. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 38 miles on I 89, offering a consistent pace. The journey begins on Vermont Route 110 before merging onto I 89, which you'll follow for the majority of the trip. Towards the end, you'll transition onto Vermont Route 62 to reach your destination. Expect a smooth, relatively fast drive with minimal scenic detours.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 62. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near US 302 / East Barre Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Washington, VT to South Burlington, VT is easy. At 1h 10m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 302 / East Barre Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 Washington, VT to South Burlington, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.
Burlington
12.9 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 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: at 4.2 miles (US 302 / East Barre Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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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