Origin
Washington, VT
Late night in Washington on Saturday
Local time
1:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Washington, VT to Colchester, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
53.7 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washington, VT
Townsend Walton
Colchester, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Washington, VT to Colchester, VT covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Vermont Route 289, Vermont Route 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.7 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 53.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 16m highway drive covering 53.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 289. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.7 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 289. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near US 302 / East Barre Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 302 / East Barre Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 302 / East Barre Road
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / East Barre Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
6
40.9 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
7
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
VT 2A / Colchester Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A / Colchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
East Road
Turn right onto East Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Washington, VT and Colchester, VT, road signs point toward Burlington and Williston.
Burlington
12.9 mi in
|
~23m
Williston
40.9 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 27.7 mi | 32m |
| Vermont Route 289 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 62 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 110 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 117 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Barre Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 27.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, VT and Colchester, VT.
1
Start on VT 110
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 110
2
Continue on VT 110
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Road
3
Enter roundabout onto US 302
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Barre Road
4
Continue on US 302
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Barre Road
5
Continue on US 302
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
6
Continue on US 302; VT 14
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn left onto VT 62
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 62
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 89 North: Montpelier, Burlington
9
Merge onto I 89
28 mi
·
32 min
·
I 89
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
11
Turn right onto US 2
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Turn right onto VT 117
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
13
Continue on VT 117
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 117
14
Continue on VT 117
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
15
Turn right onto VT 289
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 289
Toward VT 289 West
16
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Colchester Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on VT 2A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto East Road
100 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Road
19
Arrive at destination
East Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Washington, VT · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Washington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Colchester, VT
The final approach into Colchester, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.64 one way
$17.29 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.28 | $20.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.86 | $23.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Saturday
Local time
1:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Bolton, VT
27 mi in
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 16m 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 Washington, VT to Colchester, VT covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 289, Vermont Route 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 miles from Washington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.64 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 302 / East Barre Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Washington, VT and Colchester, VT, road signs point toward Burlington and Williston.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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