Origin
Winooski, VT
Late night in Winooski on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winooski, VT to Montpelier, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
40.1 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
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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Montpelier, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Winooski and Montpelier, this 40.1-mile journey is an efficient way to traverse the Northeast region of Vermont. You can easily complete the trip in about 49 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $6, the route is as economical as it is straightforward. Since the path is entirely contained within the state, you will enjoy a seamless experience moving between these two communities. Whether you are commuting or just exploring, the simplicity of this drive allows you to focus on your destination rather than complex navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 37.1 mi | 43m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Spring Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Allen Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 37.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winooski, VT and Montpelier, VT.
1
Start on East Allen Street
182 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Allen Street
2
Turn right onto US 2; US 7
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto East Spring Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn slight left onto VT 15
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Allen Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 89
6
Merge onto I 89
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
8
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
VT 12; US 2 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 39.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 2; US 7 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 2; US 7 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Spring Street
Turn right onto East Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 89
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89
6
38.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
4
39.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
VT 12; US 2 Business / Main Street
Turn left onto VT 12; US 2 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.46 one way
$12.91 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Montpelier, VT
Late night in Montpelier on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Bolton, VT
20 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
49m 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 defined by a heavy focus on highway travel, with 92% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your journey—37.1 miles—cruising along I-89, which provides a consistent and fast pace. The route transitions from local roads like Memorial Drive and Main Street in Winooski onto the interstate, eventually connecting you to the heart of Montpelier. Expect a steady, highway-focused experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers.
92% 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: 37.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Memorial Drive. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2; US 7 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winooski, VT to Montpelier, VT is easy. At 49m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2; US 7 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
582 ft
190 ft
Total Climb
596 ft
Total Descent
263 ft
Highest Point
582 ft
~31.5 mi in
Elevation Range
392 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 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): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montpelier, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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