How far is Northfield, VT from South Burlington, VT?
The driving distance from Northfield, VT to South Burlington, VT is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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 51m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers
Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northfield and South Burlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northfield and South Burlington.
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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
45.4 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2 East: South Burlington
1291 ft · 39 sec
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Turn slight right onto Williston Road
3088 ft · 2 min · Williston Road
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Continue on Williston Road
27 m · 2 sec · Williston Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Williston Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Northfield and South Burlington.
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
45.4 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers leaving Northfield and Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near South Burlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northfield to South Burlington?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Waterbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from Northfield and 20.4 miles from South Burlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.43 one way or $12.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers around Northfield and Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near South Burlington.
Stop Ideas Near Waterbury
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 Waterbury.
Waterbury
Montpelier station
Essex Junction station
Randolph station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northfield and South Burlington. Straight-line distance: 33.51 mi (53.93 km).
#1 Northfield
Town in Washington County, Vermont
| Population | 6,504 |
| Coordinates | 44.1511700, -72.6565000 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Burlington
City in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA
| Population | 19,578 |
| Coordinates | 44.4669900, -73.1709600 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
End: Williston Road (-73.17099, 44.466915)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.92 | $15.84 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $9.78 | $19.55 |
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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