How far is Burlington, VT from Sheldon, VT?
The driving distance from Burlington, VT to Sheldon, VT is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31 miles (49.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burlington and Sheldon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington and Sheldon.
-
1
Start on Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
-
2
Continue on Williston Road
2057 ft · 60 sec · Williston Road
-
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
1004 ft · 35 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 29 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
2772 ft · 1 min
-
6
Turn right onto Fairfax Road
1 km · 1 min · Fairfax Road
-
7
Continue on Fisher Pond Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Fisher Pond Road
-
8
Continue on Sheldon Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · Sheldon Road
-
9
Continue on Vermont Route 105
3.9 mi · 6 min · Vermont Route 105
-
10
Turn right onto Main Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street
-
11
Turn left onto Bridge Street
929 ft · 25 sec · Bridge Street
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burlington and Sheldon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Burlington and Partly Sunny near Sheldon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burlington to Sheldon?
The road trip is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km) and usually takes 00h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Milton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Burlington and 19.8 miles from Sheldon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31 miles (49.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.52 one way or $11.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Burlington and Partly Sunny near Sheldon.
Stop Ideas Near Milton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Milton.
Essex Junction station
St. Albans station
Plattsburgh station
Port Kent station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burlington and Sheldon. Straight-line distance: 31 mi (49.89 km).
#1 Burlington
The capital of Vermont.
| Population | 42,899 |
| Coordinates | 44.4758800, -73.2120700 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sheldon
Town in Franklin County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 2,226 |
| Coordinates | 44.8817100, -72.9429100 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sheldon (-72.94291, 44.88171)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.52 | $11.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.40 | $16.79 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Vermont · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.