Origin
Winooski, VT
Late night in Winooski on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winooski, VT to Franklin, 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
59m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winooski, VT
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Franklin, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Winooski to Franklin, you are looking at a straightforward 42.5-mile journey that takes just under an hour of driving time. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the modest duration makes an overnight stay unnecessary. You will primarily navigate via I-89, Vermont Route 105, and Sheldon Road to reach your destination in the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical choice for a quick getaway. Because the route is compact and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for business or leisure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| North Sheldon Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 120 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Fairfax Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 21.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Franklin, VT.
1
Start on East Allen Street
182 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Allen Street
2
Turn right onto US 2; US 7
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 2; US 7
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 89 North: Saint Albans, Champlain Islands
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 89
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
7
Turn right onto VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
9
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
10
Continue on VT 105
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 105
11
Turn left onto VT 120
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 120
12
Continue on VT 120
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Sheldon Road
13
Continue on VT 120
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn left onto Hanna Road
171 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hanna Road
15
Turn right
56 ft
·
4 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Winooski, 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
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.4 — 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 2; US 7 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 2; US 7 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Saint Albans, Champlain Islands
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 89 North: Saint Albans, Champlain Isla...
6
23.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
42.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.84 one way
$13.68 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.14 | $16.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Franklin, VT
Late night in Franklin on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Saint Albans, VT
21 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
2 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
59m 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 drive that transitions quickly from interstate efficiency to local road navigation. With 71% of your trip spent on highways, you will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 21.8 miles on I-89 before transitioning to the smaller state routes. This shift provides a distinct change in pace, moving you from the fast-moving lanes of the interstate system onto the more localized character of Route 105 and Sheldon Road. You will find that the personality of the road evolves as you leave the Winooski area, trading heavy traffic corridors for the quieter, more direct roads leading into Franklin.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.8 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 7 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 59m 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: near the start (US 2; US 7 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.8 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; US 7 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Franklin, 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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