Origin
Williston, VT
Late night in Williston on Saturday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Williston, VT to Bethel, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
62.6 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Bethel, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Williston, VT to Bethel, VT covers 62.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Williston Road, Vermont Route 107 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.8 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 62.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 62.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and Williston Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.8 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 10 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 55.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Williston Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Williston, VT to Bethel, VT is easy. At 1h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 59.3 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
VT 107
Take the exit onto VT 107 toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
4
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Turn right onto VT 107 / Vermont Route 107
Navigation decision point
4
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Cushing Drive
Turn right onto Cushing Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Williston, VT to Bethel, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
Royalton
59.3 mi in
|
~1h 10m
|
via VT 107
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 55.8 mi | 1h 4m |
| Williston Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| VT 107 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cushing Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Williston Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 55.8 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and Bethel, VT.
1
Start on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Williston Road
2
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Williston Road
3
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit onto VT 107
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
VT 107
Exit 3
Toward VT 107: Bethel, Royalton
7
Turn right onto VT 107
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
8
Continue on VT 107
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Turn right onto Cushing Drive
194 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cushing Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Cushing Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.3 mi from Williston, VT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bethel, VT
The final approach into Bethel, 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
$10.08 one way
$20.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.09 | $22.18 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bethel, VT
Late night in Bethel on Saturday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Duxbury, VT
31 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
9 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 17m 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 Bethel, VT covers 62.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Williston Road, Vermont Route 107. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.3 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 $10.08 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 Bethel, VT is easy. At 1h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 59.3 miles (VT 107): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Williston, VT to Bethel, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Royalton along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park.
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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