How far is St Johnsbury, VT from Chelsea, VT?
The driving distance from St Johnsbury, VT to Chelsea, VT is about 54.1 miles (87 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between St Johnsbury and Chelsea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury and Chelsea.
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Start on Main Street
27 m · 11 sec · Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Railroad Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Railroad Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1495 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
31.1 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 25: Bradford, Barre
796 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Waits River Road
4.9 mi · 8 min · Waits River Road
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Turn left onto Chelsea Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Chelsea Road
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Continue on Goose Green Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Goose Green Road
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Turn left onto Chelsea Road
5.7 mi · 14 min · Chelsea Road
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Continue on Goose Green Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Goose Green Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Vermont Route 113
4.3 mi · 7 min · Vermont Route 113
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Vermont Route 110
126 m · 12 sec · Vermont Route 110
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Vermont Route 110
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St Johnsbury and Chelsea.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Railroad Street
Merge slight left
31.1 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Rain Showers leaving St Johnsbury and Rain Showers near Chelsea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St Johnsbury to Chelsea?
The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Newbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from St Johnsbury and 27 miles from Chelsea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.53 one way or $15.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around St Johnsbury and Rain Showers near Chelsea.
Stop Ideas Near Newbury
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 Newbury.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St Johnsbury and Chelsea. Straight-line distance: 36.93 mi (59.44 km).
#1 St Johnsbury
St Johnsbury is a place in Vermont, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.4252601561366, -72.0151233673096 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chelsea
Town in Vermont, US
| Population | 1,294 |
| Coordinates | 43.9897900, -72.4476000 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chelsea (-72.4476, 43.98979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.53 | $15.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.51 | $17.03 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.45 | $22.91 |
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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