Origin
Wolcott, VT
Morning in Wolcott on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wolcott, VT to Essex Junction, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wolcott, VT
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Essex Junction, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Wolcott to Essex Junction, you are in for a straightforward 45.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it covers a manageable distance that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Route 15, Park Street, and Upper Main Street to complete the transit. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, this drive is quite economical for those moving between these two Northeast Vermont locations. It is an ideal option if you need a reliable, no-fuss connection between these towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 19.8 mi | 22m |
| Waterbury Stowe Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Laporte Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Pucker Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Park Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Essex Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Waterbury Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 19.8 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wolcott, VT and Essex Junction, VT.
1
Start on School Street
107 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn left onto VT 15
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Vermont Route 15
3
Turn left onto VT 15A
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Park Street
4
Turn straight onto VT 15A
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Upper Main Street
5
Continue on VT 100
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Lower Main Street
6
Turn left onto VT 100
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Jersey Heights
7
Continue on VT 100
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Laporte Road
8
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Laporte Road
9
Continue on VT 100
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pucker Street
10
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
11
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterbury Road
13
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterbury Stowe Road
14
Continue on VT 100
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
16
Merge onto I 89
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 89
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
18
Turn right onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
19
Continue on VT 2A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
20
Continue on VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
21
Turn slight right onto VT 15
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
VT 15
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 25.1 miles from Wolcott, 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 46.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Turn left onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Navigation decision point
3
6.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
VT 15A / Park Street
Turn left onto VT 15A / Park Street
Navigation decision point
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
6
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
4
46.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
VT 2A / Saint George Road
Turn right onto VT 2A / Saint George Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.08 one way
$16.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.61 | $19.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 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 | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
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
Essex Junction, VT
Morning in Essex Junction on Sunday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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 15m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning your focus will remain on secondary roads for the duration of the trip. Because the route relies entirely on local thoroughfares, you should be prepared for a steady pace that requires your constant attention to the road's curves. There is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, so the experience feels consistent from start to finish. This is a practical, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 15 / Vermont Route 15.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wolcott, VT to Essex Junction, VT is easy. At 1h 15m with 52% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (VT 15A / Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Wolcott, VT to Essex Junction, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.
Burlington
26.4 mi in
|
~44m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 50.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.8 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 (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (VT 15A / Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Essex Junction, 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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