How far is Strafford, VT from Essex Junction, VT?
The driving distance from Strafford, VT to Essex Junction, VT is about 82.8 miles (133.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Orange County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Strafford and Essex Junction.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Strafford and Essex Junction.
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Start on the route
20 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Brook Road
556 ft · 24 sec · Brook Road
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Continue on Justin Morrill Memorial Highway
2.3 mi · 6 min · Justin Morrill Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto Route 132
6.2 mi · 12 min · Route 132
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Take the ramp right
1145 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
70 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
1413 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Saint George Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Saint George Road
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Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Essex Road
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Continue on Park Street
1 km · 2 min · Park Street
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
24 m · 3 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 Strafford and Essex Junction.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Route 132
Merge slight left
70.1 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Strafford and Rain Showers Likely near Essex Junction.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Strafford to Essex Junction?
The road trip is about 82.8 miles (133.2 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Strafford and 41.4 miles from Essex Junction.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.44 one way or $24.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Strafford and Rain Showers Likely near Essex Junction.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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 Williamstown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Strafford and Essex Junction. Straight-line distance: 56.38 mi (90.74 km).
#1 Strafford
Town in Vermont
| Population | 1,058 |
| Coordinates | 43.8664600, -72.3778700 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Essex Junction
Village located within Essex, Chittenden County, Vermont
| Population | 10,793 |
| Coordinates | 44.4906100, -73.1109600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
End: Essex Junction (-73.11096, 44.49061)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $4.26 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.85 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
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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