Origin
Colchester, VT
Afternoon in Colchester on Thursday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colchester, VT
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Bristol, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT covers 32.8 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Colchester Road, Lincoln Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 32.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 32.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT is easy. At 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Colchester Road | — | — |
| Lincoln Street | — | — |
| Park Street | — | — |
| Essex Road | — | — |
| Saint George Road | — | — |
| Route 2A | — | — |
| Route 116 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colchester, VT and Bristol, VT.
1
Start on East Road
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Colchester Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Colchester Road
4
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Street
5
Continue on Park Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
6
Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Essex Road
7
Continue on Saint George Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint George Road
8
Continue on Vermont Route 2A
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 116
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Vermont Route 116
10
Continue on North 116 Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
11
Continue on Rockydale Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
12
Continue on East Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
13
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Colchester, VT · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Colchester, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, VT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bristol, VT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.56 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.28 | $12.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bristol, VT
Afternoon in Bristol on Thursday
Local time
4:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT covers 32.8 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Colchester Road, Lincoln Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Colchester, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT is easy. At 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Colchester, VT to Bristol, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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