Origin
Williston, VT
Morning in Williston on Thursday
Local time
10:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williston, VT to Barton, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
73.6 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williston, VT
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Barton, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Williston, VT to Barton, VT covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 52m 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, VT 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.85 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
36.8 miles from Williston, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m 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 52m drive with frequent turns across 73.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Williston, VT to Barton, VT is easy. At 1h 52m 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 Barton, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Williston Road | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| VT 100 | — | — |
| Route 100 | — | — |
| Waterbury Stowe Road | — | — |
| Waterbury Road | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Maple Street | — | — |
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 Barton, 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
14 mi
·
16 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 100
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
8
Continue on Waterbury Stowe Road
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterbury Stowe Road
9
Continue on Waterbury Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterbury Road
10
Continue on South Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
11
Continue on Maple Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
12
Continue on Pucker Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pucker Street
13
Continue on Pucker Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pucker Street
14
Continue on Laporte Road
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Laporte Road
15
Continue on Laporte Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Laporte Road
16
Continue on Jersey Heights
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Jersey Heights
17
Turn right onto Lower Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Lower Main Street
18
Continue on Upper Main Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Upper Main Street
19
Continue on Park Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Park Street
20
Turn right onto Vermont Route 15 East
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 15 East
21
Continue on Wolcott Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolcott Street
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
518 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Main Street
23
Turn right onto Mill Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mill Street
24
Continue on Vermont Route 15 East
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 15 East
25
Turn left onto Vermont Route 16
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 16
26
Continue on Dry Pond Road
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Dry Pond Road
27
Continue on Glover Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Glover Street
28
Continue on Glover Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Glover Road
29
Continue on Church Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Street
30
Turn right onto Village Square
164 ft
·
4 sec
·
Village Square
31
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
32
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 36.8 miles from Williston, VT, or about 56m 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 56m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barton, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 73.6 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 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 36.8 mi from Williston, VT · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barton, VT
The final approach into Barton, 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
$11.85 one way
$23.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $13.04 | $26.07 |
| premium | $4.86 | $14.09 | $28.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
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: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Barton, VT
Morning in Barton on Thursday
Local time
10:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Morrisville, VT
37 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
10 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 52m 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 Barton, VT covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Williston Road, West Main Street, VT 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 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 $11.85 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 Barton, VT is easy. At 1h 52m 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 Barton, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Williston, VT to Barton, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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