Trip from Williston, VT to Glover, VT

Drive Time

1h 46m

Distance

70.3 mi

113 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 39m ★

6 AM

1h 47m

8 AM

2h 3m

10 AM

1h 52m

12 PM

1h 51m

3 PM

1h 53m

5 PM

2h 2m

8 PM

1h 42m

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

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Williston, VT

Andrea Davis

Glover, VT

Andrea Davis

Trip Overview

Traveling from Williston to Glover covers a 70.3-mile distance that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-89, Vermont Route 15 East, and Vermont Route 16, crossing through the Northeast region of Vermont. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel will get you from point A to point B comfortably. It is a straightforward route that offers a practical way to traverse this part of the state, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for an efficient connection between these two Vermont towns.

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

35.1 miles from Williston, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from the efficiency of the interstate to the pace of local state routes. Roughly 56% of your journey is spent on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 14.1 miles while you are on I-89. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts significantly as you transition onto Vermont Route 15 East and Vermont Route 16. These secondary roads require more focused attention compared to the open highway, providing a varied rhythm behind the wheel. You will find that the drive feels balanced, blending the speed of the highway with the character of Vermont’s local thoroughfares.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 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 14.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3.4 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

3.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 89

Merge onto I 89

Merge point - match speed before joining

17.6 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 10 Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

17.8 mi into trip | ~23m in | VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

At end of road, turn left onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

Navigation decision point

50.5 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | VT 15 / South Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto VT 15 / South Main Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Williston, VT to Glover, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Stowe along the way.

Stowe

17.6 mi in | ~22m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 89	14.1 mi	16m
Vermont Route 15 East	13.6 mi	20m
Vermont Route 16	11.5 mi	17m
Waterbury Stowe Road	6.1 mi	10m
Laporte Road	4.8 mi	7m
Dry Pond Road	4.5 mi	6m
Pucker Street	2.6 mi	4m
Waterbury Road	2.2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 89 — 14.1 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on North Williston Road

18 ft · 7 sec · North Williston Road

Continue on US 2

2.2 mi · 3 min · Williston Road

Continue on US 2

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Merge onto I 89

14 mi · 16 min · I 89

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 10 Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

At end of road, turn left onto VT 100

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Vermont Route 100

Continue on VT 100

6.1 mi · 10 min · Waterbury Stowe Road

Continue on VT 100

2.2 mi · 3 min · Waterbury Road

Continue on VT 100

1.3 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

Continue on VT 100

0.7 mi · 1 min · Maple Street

Continue on VT 100

0.9 mi · 1 min · Pucker Street

Continue on VT 100

1.8 mi · 2 min · Pucker Street

Continue on VT 100

4.6 mi · 7 min · Laporte Road

Continue on VT 100

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Laporte Road

Continue on VT 100

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Jersey Heights

Turn right onto VT 100

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Lower Main Street

Continue on VT 15A

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Upper Main Street

Continue on VT 15A

1.7 mi · 3 min · Park Street

Turn right onto VT 15

12 mi · 17 min · Vermont Route 15 East

Continue on VT 14; VT 15

0.7 mi · 1 min · Wolcott Street

At end of road, turn left onto VT 15

517 ft · 8 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto VT 15

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Mill Street

Continue on VT 15

2.1 mi · 3 min · Vermont Route 15 East

Turn left onto VT 16

11 mi · 17 min · Vermont Route 16

Continue on VT 16

4.5 mi · 6 min · Dry Pond Road

Continue on VT 16

1.4 mi · 2 min · Glover Street

Arrive at destination

VT 16

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 70.3-mile trek in one go without needing to schedule formal stops for rest or refueling. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider mapping out a quick break once you transition from I-89 onto the state routes to enjoy the shift in scenery. Given the $11 fuel estimate, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Williston so you can drive the full duration without searching for gas stations along the way. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you switch roads, as navigating the turn onto Route 16 is key to staying on track for your arrival in Glover.

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 35.1 miles from Williston, VT, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 miles.

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 70.3 miles or 1h 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 35.1 miles or 53m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glover, 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.

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 70.3 miles and 1h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Williston, VT.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 14.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35.1 mi from Williston, VT · 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beekmantown, NY

35 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

Champlain, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 70.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beekmantown, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Glover, VT

The final approach into Glover, 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 Glover, VT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.25 one way

$22.51 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$12.34	$24.67
premium	$4.83	$13.36	$26.73
diesel	$5.64	$15.62	$31.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.1	$7.38	$3.37
Efficient EV	17.6	$6.15	$2.81
EV Truck/SUV	28.1	$9.84	$4.50

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Williston, VT

Late night in Williston on Monday

Local time

1:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Glover, VT

Late night in Glover on Monday

Local time

1:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

16 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 46m 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 Glover, VT covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 89, Vermont Route 15 East, Vermont Route 16. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 35.1 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 $11.25 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 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

On the drive from Williston, VT to Glover, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Stowe along the way.