How far is Northfield, VT from Saint Albans, VT?
The driving distance from Northfield, VT to Saint Albans, VT is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Place in Vermont, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northfield and Saint Albans.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield and Saint Albans.
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Start on the route
56 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto Water Street
63 m · 10 sec · Water Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 12 South
1 mi · 2 min · Vermont Route 12 South
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Turn left onto Vermont Route 64
2.9 mi · 5 min · Vermont Route 64
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Turn left onto I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
826 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
70.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
2772 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Saint Albans State Highway
1.4 km · 1 min · Saint Albans State Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Northfield and Saint Albans.
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
70.4 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Northfield and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Albans.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northfield to Saint Albans?
The road trip is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Richmond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.9 miles from Northfield and 33.6 miles from Saint Albans.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.3 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 3:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.10 one way or $20.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Northfield and Chance Rain Showers near Saint Albans.
Stop Ideas Near Richmond
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 Richmond.
Essex Junction station
Waterbury
Montpelier station
Port Kent station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northfield and Saint Albans. Straight-line distance: 50.2 mi (80.79 km).
#1 Northfield
Town in Washington County, Vermont
| Population | 6,504 |
| Coordinates | 44.1511700, -72.6565000 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Albans
Town in Franklin County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 6,540 |
| Coordinates | 44.8108800, -73.0831900 |
| Altitude | 127 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-73.083451, 44.810905)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.41 | $22.82 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.44 | $24.87 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
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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