Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
123.4 mi
199 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
The drive from Williston, VT to North Bennington, VT covers 123.4 miles and takes about 3h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Williston Road, Saint George Road, Route 2A for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.17 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.7 miles from Williston, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 14m drive with frequent turns across 123.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Williston Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint George Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 2A | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 116 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 116 Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rockydale Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and North Bennington, VT.
Start on North Williston Road
Continue on Williston Road
Turn sharp left onto Saint George Road
Continue on Vermont Route 2A
At the end of the road, turn left onto Vermont Route 116
Continue on North 116 Road
Continue on Rockydale Road
Continue on East Street
Continue on Main Street
Continue on West Street
Continue on Stony Hill Road
Turn left onto South 116 Road
Continue on South 116 Road
Continue on Case Street
Turn right onto Ossie Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Route 7 South
Continue on Ethan Allen Highway
Continue on Conant Square
Continue on Center Street
Continue on Franklin Street
Continue on North Main Street
Take the exit slight right toward VT 7A
Keep slight right to continue on VT 7A North
Turn straight onto Harwood Hill Road
Turn left onto Overlea Road
Continue on Mechanic Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Prospect Street
Turn right onto Sage Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Bank Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.7 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Bennington, 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 123.4 miles and 3h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.7 mi from Williston, VT · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 61.7 miles from Williston, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into North Bennington, 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 North Bennington, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.17 one way
$38.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $21.65 | $43.31 |
| premium | $4.86 | $23.60 | $47.20 |
| diesel | $6.00 | $29.14 | $58.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.92 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.80 | $4.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.28 | $7.90 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Williston on Saturday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in North Bennington on Saturday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
68°F
Wilton, NY
62 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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