Colchester, VT Road Trips
Sitting in the Northeast, Colchester, VT is a local road trip base with 14 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 117 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Colchester, VT head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
14
Longest Drive
154.7 mi
Guilford, VT
Quickest Drive
1h 55m
Strafford, VT
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Colchester, VT
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Colchester, VT to Sutton, VT
Colchester, VT to Woodstock, VT
Colchester, VT to Strafford, VT
Driving from Colchester, VT
Expect an average of 117 miles and about 2h 44m behind the wheel when leaving Colchester, VT. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 155 miles (3h 23m), while the shortest is just 87 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Colchester, VT include Guilford, VT (154.7 mi, 3h 7m), Newfane, VT (154.7 mi, 3h 15m), Townshend, VT (147.4 mi, 3h 15m), Westminster, VT (135.3 mi, 2h 44m), and North Bennington, VT (128.3 mi, 3h 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 117-mile trip from Colchester, VT, budget about $18 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 14 mapped routes leaving Colchester, VT and 0 routes heading into Colchester, VT, covering 14 total connections. Distances range from 87 to 155 miles.
The longest mapped route from Colchester, VT covers 155 miles and takes approximately 3h 23m. Shorter options start at just 87 miles.
The average route from Colchester, VT runs about 117 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 44m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 117-mile trip from Colchester, VT costs roughly $18 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Colchester, VT include Guilford, VT, Newfane, VT, Townshend, VT and Westminster, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Notable People from Colchester, VT
A sampling of people born in Colchester, VT.
Donato Giancola
1967
American illustrator
Ray Collins
1887–1970
Baseball player and coach (1887–1970)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Colchester, VT.
Fort Ethan Allen
historic Army base in Vermont, USA
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Traveler Guide to Colchester, VT
Colchester is a town in Northwest Vermont. It is home to Saint Michael's College. Colchester is primarily a bedroom community of Burlington. The town is very spread out, with most businesses and residences clustered in three villages: Colchester village, Mallet's Bay, and Severance Corners. St. Michael's College is located in the southeast corner of the town near Winooski and Essex Junction.
Colchester Historical Society. Has restored a vintage 1815 log schoolhouse. May-Oct. St. Micheal's Play House, 1 Winooski Park, ☏ +1 802 654-2281. See a play at this local college theatre. Sunset Drive-In, 155 Porters Point Rd, ☏ +1 802 862-1800. See a double feature at this 4 screen drive-in.
Outdoor activities include sailing - rent a boat and go sailing on Mallet's Bay. 1 Niquette Bay State Park, 274 Raymond Rd, ☏ +1 802 893-5210. Hike the network of trails around the park for views of the Champlain Islands or go swimming at the beach. The entrance to the park is at the end of Raymond Rd. Adult $4, Child (4-13) $2, Small child (under 4) free. (updated Jun 2021) 2 Colchester Pond. Hike the trails surrounding this large pond, especially during autumn when foliage is at its peak. The parking area is found at the end of Colchester Pond Rd. 3 Causeway Park, 781 Blakely Rd (follow the bike path to the left onto the lake). Free. (updated Sep 2020)
Three Brothers Pizza and Grill, 973 Roosevelt Hwy, ☏ +1 802 655-5550. Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern, 1022 W. Lakeshore Dr, ☏ +1 802 863-2342. Spanked Puppy Pub, 116 Main St, ☏ +1 802 878-6440. Bayside Bakery and Coffee Bar, 824 W. Lakeshore Dr, ☏ +1 802 862-3318. Junior's Italian, 85 South Park Dr, ☏ +1 802 655-0000. Italian restaurant with attached pizzeria. McGuillicuddy's, 18 Severance Green, +1 802 871-5480. Bar and restaurant with patio. Miami Mami (Cuban Kitchen in Vermont), 192 Johnson Ave #2, ☏ +1 802 3092476, [email protected]. Cuban food. (updated Jun 2021)
Rozzi's and Spanked Puppy also have bars attached to the restaurant. Tilly's Pub, 831 College Pkwy. Hang out with some St. Michael's College students at this nearby bar.
Fairfield Inn Burlington Colchester, 84 South Park Dr, ☏ +1 802 655-1400, fax: +1 802 338-9158. Motel 6 Burlington - Colchester, 74 South Park Dr, ☏ +1 802 654-6860, fax: +1 802 655-3515. Residence Inn Burlington-Colchester, 71 Rathe Rd, ☏ +1 802-655-3100. Hampton Inn, 42 Lower Mountain View Dr, ☏ +1 802 655-4962. (updated Feb 2018)
I-89, US Route 7, and US Route 2 all pass through town. Colchester is a 10-20 min. drive north of Burlington, 2 hours south of Montreal, and 3.5 hours northwest of Boston. Burlington International Airport is a 10-20 minute drive from most parts of Colchester. You can rent a car at the airport.
You will need a car to get around Colchester.
Travel tips adapted from Colchester (Vermont) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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