Origin
Woodstock, VT
Morning in Woodstock on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodstock, VT to St Johnsbury, 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 36m
Distance
74.5 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodstock, VT
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St Johnsbury, VT
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Trip Overview
Woodstock, VT to St Johnsbury, VT is 74.5 miles and takes about 1h 36m via I 91 and I 89, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Vermont, a scenic drive through the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway journey perfect for a single day. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, making for efficient travel. Consider this route when you want a quick, no-fuss connection between these two Vermont locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.3 miles from Woodstock, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 58.7 mi | 1h 7m |
| Woodstock Road | 8.7 mi | 16m |
| I 89 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| US 5 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 4 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Central Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| The Green | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 58.7 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstock, VT and St Johnsbury, VT.
1
Start on this road
165 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Court Street
264 ft
·
12 sec
·
Court Street
3
Turn right onto US 4
379 ft
·
12 sec
·
The Green
4
Turn slight right onto US 4; VT 12
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Central Street
5
Continue on US 4; VT 12
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Street
6
Turn left onto US 4; VT 12
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Woodstock Road
7
Continue on US 4
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 4
8
Continue on US 4
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Woodstock Road
9
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
11
Merge onto I 89
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 89
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 91 North
14
Merge onto I 91
59 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 91
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
17
Turn straight onto US 5
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 5
18
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 36m duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility for departure time. Leaving Woodstock in the morning allows you to reach St Johnsbury with ample time for exploration. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, you won't need to worry excessively about frequent stops for gas. The longest stretch is nearly 59 miles on I 91, so plan your last restroom or snack break before merging onto it. Since there are no designated stops, you can easily pull off at any exit for a quick break as needed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.3 miles from Woodstock, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.3 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St Johnsbury, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Woodstock, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Woodstock, VT
This is one driving day of about 74.5 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Woodstock, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 58.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.3 miles from Woodstock, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 73.1 — 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
|
Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 91 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 North
5
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 20
Toward US 5: Saint Johnsbury
5
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.99 one way
$23.99 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $13.20 | $26.39 |
| premium | $4.86 | $14.27 | $28.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.45 | $32.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.82 | $3.58 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.43 | $4.77 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
St Johnsbury, VT
Morning in St Johnsbury on Sunday
Local time
6:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Hanover, NH
37 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1h 36m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 91 and I 89. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 58.7 miles on I 91, offering a consistent pace. The road is primarily interstate, meaning you can expect smooth sailing for the majority of the 74.5 miles. While predominantly highway, the initial and final segments will involve local roads like Woodstock Road, providing a brief change of scenery before merging onto the faster interstates.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.7 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Woodstock Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Woodstock, VT to St Johnsbury, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River along the way.
White River
13.4 mi in
|
~24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 74.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.7 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at St Johnsbury, VT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at St Johnsbury, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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