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Trip from Rochester, VT to Williston, VT

Data updated 1 hour ago

Drive Time

1h 29m

Distance

56.6 mi

91 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 22m ★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Williston, VT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Rochester, VT to Williston, VT covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Vermont Route 100 North, I 89, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.3 miles on Vermont Route 100 North. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

28.3 miles from Rochester, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 56.6 miles, with most of the trip on Vermont Route 100 North and I 89. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.3 miles on Vermont Route 100 North.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 100 North is the longest continuous segment at about 21.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,354 ft 426 ft

Total Climb

904 ft

Total Descent

1,284 ft

Highest Point

1,354 ft

~12.1 mi in

Elevation Range

928 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 100 North and I 89. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 100 / North Main Street.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Rochester, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 1h 29m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 100 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles (US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 37.9 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | VT 100 / North Main Street

Turn right onto VT 100 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
36.6 mi into trip | ~1h in | US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2

At end of road, turn left onto US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2

Navigation decision point

4
37.9 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

Enter roundabout onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4
38.4 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
6
53 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Williston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 11 Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Rochester, VT to Williston, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.

Burlington

38.4 mi in | ~1h 5m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Vermont Route 100 North 21.3 mi 34m
I 89 14.5 mi 16m
Main Street 7.6 mi 13m
Vermont Route 100 South 7.5 mi 12m
Williston Road 2.2 mi 3m
South Main Street 1.1 mi 3m
West Main Street 1 mi 1m
Vermont Route 100 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Vermont Route 100 North — 21.3 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rochester, VT and Williston, VT.

1

Start on Park Street

60 ft · 2 sec · Park Street
2

Turn slight right onto Bethel Mountain Road

60 ft · 2 sec · Bethel Mountain Road
3

Turn right onto VT 100

0.2 mi · 33 sec · North Main Street
4

Continue on VT 100

21 mi · 34 min · Vermont Route 100 North
5

Continue on VT 100

7.6 mi · 13 min · Main Street
6

Continue on VT 100

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Vermont Route 100 South
7

Continue on VT 100

7.0 mi · 11 min · Vermont Route 100 South
8

At end of road, turn left onto US 2; VT 100

0.2 mi · 19 sec · U.S. Route 2
9

Continue on US 2; VT 100

1.1 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
10

Enter roundabout onto VT 100

31 ft · 1 sec · Vermont Route 100
11

Continue on VT 100

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Vermont Route 100
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
13

Merge onto I 89

14 mi · 16 min · I 89
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Exit 11 Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
15

Turn right onto US 2

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
16

Continue on US 2

2.2 mi · 3 min · Williston Road
17

Continue on North Williston Road

18 ft · 0 sec · North Williston Road
18

Arrive at destination

North Williston Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 28.3 miles from Rochester, VT, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 56.6 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 28.3 miles or 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williston, VT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Rochester, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rochester, VT

This is one driving day of about 56.6 miles and 1h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rochester, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 100 North for about 21.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.3 mi from Rochester, VT · 46m into the drive

Downtown Peru, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peru, NY

28 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

Peru, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Peru, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Rochester, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Williston, VT

The final approach into Williston, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Williston, VT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park

Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...

22 mi from route ~54 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.06 one way

$18.12 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $9.93 $19.86
premium $4.83 $10.76 $21.52
diesel $5.64 $12.57 $25.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17 0 $5.94 $2.72
Efficient EV 14.2 0 $4.95 $2.26
EV Truck/SUV 22.6 0 $7.92 $3.62

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Rochester, VT

Late night in Rochester on Wednesday

Local time

2:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Williston, VT

Late night in Williston on Wednesday

Local time

2:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Peru, NY

28 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

7 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 29m 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 Rochester, VT to Williston, VT covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 100 North, I 89, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Rochester, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.06 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 Rochester, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 1h 29m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 100 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles (US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 37.9 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Rochester, VT to Williston, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.

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