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Trip from Williston, VT to Barnet, VT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 38m

Distance

76.4 mi

123 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

town in Vermont, United States

Williston, VT

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town in Caledonia County, Vermont, United States

Barnet, VT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Williston, VT to Barnet, VT covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Williston Road, West Main Street, US 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.30 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.

Midpoint

38.2 miles from Williston, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 76.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 38m drive with frequent turns across 76.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Williston Road 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 Williston, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Williston, VT to Barnet, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Williston Road
West Main Street
US 2
Memorial Drive
Berlin Street
River Street
East Montpelier Road
Route 2

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Williston Road — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Williston Road

20 ft · 7 sec · North Williston Road
2

Continue on Williston Road

2.2 mi · 3 min · Williston Road
3

Continue on West Main Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
4

Take the ramp left

0.1 mi · 16 sec
5

Merge slight left

25 mi · 28 min
6

Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
7

Continue on Memorial Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive
8

Continue on Berlin Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Berlin Street
9

Turn slight left onto River Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · River Street
10

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward River Street

138 ft · 2 sec · River Street
11

Exit the roundabout onto River Street

98 ft · 1 sec · River Street
12

Merge slight left onto East Montpelier Road

0.4 mi · 47 sec · East Montpelier Road
13

Continue on U.S. Route 2

7.1 mi · 11 min · U.S. Route 2
14

Continue on High Street

0.6 mi · 39 sec · High Street
15

Continue on School Street

0.2 mi · 13 sec · School Street
16

Continue on U.S. Route 2

25 mi · 28 min · U.S. Route 2
17

Take the exit slight right toward I 91

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 91
18

Merge slight left

9.7 mi · 11 min
19

Take the exit slight right toward Barnet, Peacham

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Barnet, Peacham
20

Turn left onto Bimson Drive

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Bimson Drive
21

Turn left onto Church Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Church Street
22

Turn slight left onto Monument Circle

174 ft · 8 sec · Monument Circle
23

Arrive at your destination

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 38.2 miles from Williston, VT, or about 49m into the drive.

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 17 miles or 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 38.2 miles or 49m 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 24m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Williston, VT

This is one driving day of about 76.4 miles and 1h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Williston, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.2 mi from Williston, VT · 49m into the drive

Downtown Barre, VT, VT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Barre, VT

38 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

Duxbury, VT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Barre, VT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Barnet, VT

The final approach into Barnet, 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

$12.30 one way

$24.60 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $13.53 $27.06
premium $4.86 $14.63 $29.26
diesel $5.61 $16.87 $33.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.9 0 $8.02 $3.67
Efficient EV 19.1 0 $6.69 $3.06
EV Truck/SUV 30.6 0 $10.70 $4.89

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Williston, VT

Late night in Williston on Saturday

Local time

4:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Barnet, VT

Late night in Barnet on Saturday

Local time

4:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

1h 38m 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 Williston, VT to Barnet, VT covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Williston Road, West Main Street, US 2. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38.2 miles from Williston, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.30 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 Williston, VT to Barnet, VT is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Williston, VT to Barnet, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Williston, VT to Barnet, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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