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1h 22m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
16 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williston, VT
Andrea Davis
Berkshire, VT
Andrea Davis
The drive from Williston, VT to Berkshire, VT covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 22m 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 105, Water Tower Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.4 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.12 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
28.5 miles from Williston, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
This is a 1h 22m highway drive covering 57 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.4 miles on I 89.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
901 ft
Total Descent
680 ft
Highest Point
715 ft
~57 mi in
Elevation Range
535 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near VT 2A / Saint George Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Williston, VT to Berkshire, VT is easy. At 1h 22m with 71% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (VT 2A / Saint George Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp left onto VT 2A / Saint George Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 29.4 mi | 34m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Water Tower Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Williston Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Saint George Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pearl Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and Berkshire, VT.
Start on North Williston Road
Continue on US 2
Turn sharp left onto VT 2A
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Turn right onto VT 104
Continue on VT 104
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
Continue on VT 105
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
Turn slight right onto VT 105
Turn left onto Water Tower Road
Turn slight left onto Center Hill Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 57 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.5 miles or 36m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berkshire, VT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Williston, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Williston, VT
This is one driving day of about 57 miles and 1h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Williston, VT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.12 one way
$18.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| premium | $4.83 | $10.83 | $21.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
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: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Finney Crossing - Tesla Supercharger
Williston, VT
8 DCFC
Healthy Living - Tesla Supercharger
South Burlington, VT
8 DCFC
South Burlington - KBTV
South Burlington, VT
4 DCFC
Essex Outlet Center
Essex Junction, VT
2 DCFC
Green Mountain Power - IDX Dr
South Burlington, VT
2 DCFC
Burlington Hyundai
Burlington, VT
2 DCFC
SUMMIT EV THE BARN NORTH2
Richmond, VT
1 DCFC
SUMMIT EV THE BARN NORTH
Richmond, VT
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Williston on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Rain Showers
Destination
Night in Berkshire on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Rain Showers
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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