How far is Lincoln, VT from Colchester, VT?
The driving distance from Lincoln, VT to Colchester, VT is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lincoln and Colchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln and Colchester.
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Start on Quaker Street
14 m · 9 sec · Quaker Street
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Continue on Quaker Street
35 m · 3 sec · Quaker Street
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Turn right onto West River Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · West River Road
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Continue on Lincoln Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North 116 Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · North 116 Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 116
9 mi · 13 min · Vermont Route 116
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Continue on Vermont Route 116
5.3 mi · 8 min · Vermont Route 116
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Turn right onto Vermont Route 2A
2 mi · 3 min · Vermont Route 2A
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Continue on Saint George Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Saint George Road
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Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Essex Road
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Continue on Park Street
1 km · 2 min · Park Street
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Continue on Lincoln Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Continue on Colchester Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Colchester Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Road
30 m · 3 sec · East Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lincoln and Colchester.
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.
Vermont Route 116
Continue on Vermont Route 116
8.99 mi · 00h 13m
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 Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lincoln and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Colchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lincoln to Colchester?
The road trip is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Hinesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from Lincoln and 17.8 miles from Colchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.89 one way or $9.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lincoln and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Colchester.
Stop Ideas Near Hinesburg
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 Hinesburg.
Essex Junction station
Waterbury
Westport station
Port Kent station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lincoln and Colchester. Straight-line distance: 31.17 mi (50.17 km).
#1 Lincoln
Town in Addison County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 1,244 |
| Coordinates | 44.1058900, -72.9970600 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colchester
Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 17,102 |
| Coordinates | 44.5439400, -73.1479100 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Road (-73.147896, 44.543926)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.02 | $12.05 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $7.44 | $14.87 |
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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