Origin
Rutland, VT
Afternoon in Rutland on Saturday
Local time
3:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rutland, VT to Williston, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rutland, VT
Michal Petráš
Williston, VT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Rutland to Williston is 69.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 48 minutes via Vermont Route 116 and U.S. Route 7 North, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Vermont, moving from the Northeast region towards the same region. Expect a mixed drive that offers a blend of speeds and road types, making it a manageable single-day trip. It's a straightforward journey that should be easy to navigate, perfect for when you want a direct connection between two points without a lot of fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.6 miles from Rutland, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 116 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| U.S. Route 7 North | 14.1 mi | 23m |
| Grove Street | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Case Street | 6 mi | 8m |
| South 116 Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| North 116 Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Saint George Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Williston Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 116
— 14.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rutland, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on US 4
9 ft
·
5 sec
·
Woodstock Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 7
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on US 7
14 mi
·
23 min
·
U.S. Route 7 North
4
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Center Street
5
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Conant Square
6
Continue on US 7
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Grove Street
7
Continue on US 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
8
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Ossie Road
9
Turn left onto VT 116
364 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
10
Continue on VT 116
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
11
Continue on VT 116
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South 116 Road
12
Turn right onto VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Stony Hill Road
13
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Street
14
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
15
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
16
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
17
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North 116 Road
18
Continue on VT 116
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 116
19
Continue on VT 116
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Vermont Route 116
20
Turn right onto VT 2A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 2A
21
Continue on VT 2A
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Saint George Road
22
Turn right onto US 2
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Williston Road
23
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Williston Road
24
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 48 minute duration, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You might consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any early rush and allow for a relaxed start. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye on your fuel level, especially as the longest stretch is 14.2 miles on Vermont Route 116. Planning around the estimated $11 fuel cost should be straightforward. A practical tip for this drive is to be aware of the transitions between Vermont Route 116 and U.S. Route 7 North, as these represent the main shifts in the driving experience.
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 34.6 miles from Rutland, VT, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.2 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 54m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williston, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rutland, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rutland, VT
This is one driving day of about 69.1 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Rutland, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Vermont Route 116 for about 14.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Rutland, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 7 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 7 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
28.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
VT 116 / Ossie Road
Turn right onto VT 116 / Ossie Road
Navigation decision point
3
40.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
VT 17; VT 116 / Stony Hill Road
Turn right onto VT 17; VT 116 / Stony Hill Road
Navigation decision point
3
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Turn right onto VT 2A / Vermont Route 2A
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.12 one way
$22.25 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.23 | $26.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Williston, VT
Afternoon in Williston on Saturday
Local time
3:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
NW 2 to 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
39°F
Bristol, VT
35 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
8 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 48m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~55 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 46% of it being highway. You'll experience stretches of both faster-paced roads and more local byways. The longest continuous section without a major change is 14.2 miles on Vermont Route 116, offering a sustained period on this particular road. As you progress, the character of the drive shifts between these different road types, keeping things interesting without becoming overly demanding. It’s a drive that balances efficiency with a touch of varied driving experience.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on Vermont Route 116.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 7 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rutland, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 1h 48m with 46% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 7 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.1 miles (VT 116 / Ossie Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / Stony Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.2 miles on Vermont Route 116. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 7 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.1 miles (VT 116 / Ossie Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.1 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / Stony Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williston, VT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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