How far is Grand Isle, VT from North Hero, VT?
The driving distance from Grand Isle, VT to North Hero, VT is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Grand Isle County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Isle and North Hero.
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Start on East Shore North
69 m · 10 sec · East Shore North
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Turn right onto U.S. Route 2
8 mi · 13 min · U.S. Route 2
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Turn right onto Heron Circle
141 m · 20 sec · Heron Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Heron Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Isle and North Hero.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
U.S. Route 2
Turn right onto U.S. Route 2
8.03 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Grand Isle and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Hero.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Isle to North Hero?
The road trip is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Isle La Motte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.1 miles from Grand Isle and 4.1 miles from North Hero.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.6 miles (12.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.14 one way or $2.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Grand Isle and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Hero.
Stop Ideas Near Isle La Motte
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 Isle La Motte.
Rouses Point station
St. Albans station
Plattsburgh station
Port Kent station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Isle and North Hero. Straight-line distance: 7.57 mi (12.18 km).
#1 Grand Isle
Town in Vermont
| Population | 2,115 |
| Coordinates | 44.7225400, -73.2923500 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Hero
Town in Vermont
| Population | 807 |
| Coordinates | 44.8312500, -73.2732300 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Hero (-73.27323, 44.83125)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $1.14 | $2.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.29 | $2.59 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.41 | $2.82 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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