How far is Norwich, VT from Montpelier, VT?
The driving distance from Norwich, VT to Montpelier, VT is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.9 miles (64.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place (CDP) that comprises the central village of the town of Bethel, Windsor County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers
Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norwich and Montpelier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwich and Montpelier.
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Start on the route
40 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
2661 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp left
894 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North
1440 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
51.9 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Montpelier
1209 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1103 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norwich and Montpelier.
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
51.9 mi · 01h 00m
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 Likely then Chance Rain Showers leaving Norwich and Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers near Montpelier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norwich to Montpelier?
The road trip is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Bethel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.7 miles from Norwich and 29.8 miles from Montpelier.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.9 miles (64.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.28 one way or $16.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers around Norwich and Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers near Montpelier.
Stop Ideas Near Bethel
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 Bethel.
Randolph station
White River Junction
Rutland station
Windsor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norwich and Montpelier. Straight-line distance: 39.92 mi (64.24 km).
#1 Norwich
Town in Vermont
| Population | 3,401 |
| Coordinates | 43.7153500, -72.3078700 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montpelier
Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County
| Population | 7,328 |
| Coordinates | 44.2600600, -72.5753900 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-72.575417, 44.260072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.36 | $18.72 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.20 | $20.40 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.59 | $25.19 |
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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