How far is South Hero, VT from North Hero, VT?
The driving distance from South Hero, VT to North Hero, VT is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 24m.
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This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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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 South Hero and North Hero.
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Start on South Street
51 m · 11 sec · South Street
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Turn left onto U.S. Route 2
14.3 mi · 24 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 South Hero and North Hero.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
U.S. Route 2
Turn left onto U.S. Route 2
14.3 mi · 00h 24m
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 South Hero 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 South Hero to North Hero?
The road trip is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?
Grand Isle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.2 miles from South Hero and 7.2 miles from North Hero.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.01 one way or $4.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around South Hero and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Hero.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Isle
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 Grand Isle.
Plattsburgh station
St. Albans station
Port Kent station
Essex Junction station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Hero and North Hero. Straight-line distance: 12.92 mi (20.8 km).
#1 South Hero
Town in Grand Isle County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 1,639 |
| Coordinates | 44.6453200, -73.3023500 |
| Altitude | 46 |
| 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: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.27 | $4.55 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.48 | $4.96 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
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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