Origin
Cabot, VT
Late night in Cabot on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cabot, VT to Colchester, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
60.5 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cabot, VT
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Colchester, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cabot to Colchester, expect a straightforward journey covering 60.5 miles across Vermont’s Northeast region. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. You will rely primarily on I-89, U.S. Route 2, and Vermont Route 289 to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it is an economical route for a quick getaway. Since this is a highway-focused drive, you can plan your day with plenty of flexibility, knowing the transit time is relatively short. Whether you are headed toward the Lake Champlain area or simply commuting, this route offers a reliable path through the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 25.1 mi | 28m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| Vermont Route 289 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| River Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 117 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Route 215 South | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Cabot Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 25.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabot, VT and Colchester, VT.
1
Start on VT 215
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on VT 215
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 215 South
3
Continue on VT 215
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Cabot Road
4
Turn slight right onto US 2
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 2
5
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
6
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
7
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
8
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
9
Enter roundabout onto US 2
74 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
10
Continue on US 2
115 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
11
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
12
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin Street
13
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
15
Merge onto I 89
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 89
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
17
Turn right onto US 2
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Turn right onto VT 117
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
19
Continue on VT 117
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 117
20
Continue on VT 117
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
21
Turn right onto VT 289
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 289
Toward VT 289 West
22
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Colchester Road
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on VT 2A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
24
Turn right onto East Road
100 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Road
25
Arrive at destination
East Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Cabot, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 19.4 and 60.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
19.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
22.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
47.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
VT 2A / Colchester Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A / Colchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
60.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
East Road
Turn right onto East Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.74 one way
$19.48 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.72 | $21.43 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.59 | $23.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.35 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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 24m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 60.5-mile route is heavily centered on highway travel, with 80% of the trip spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-89, which provides the most consistent pace for your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a 25.1-mile segment on I-89, offering a predictable experience behind the wheel. As you transition between the interstate and local connectors like U.S. Route 2 and Vermont Route 289, the character of the drive shifts from open highway cruising to more localized road layouts. It is a functional and efficient drive that prioritizes speed over winding backroads, keeping you moving steadily toward Colchester.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 19.4 miles in near US 2 / East Montpelier Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (US 2 / East Montpelier Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Cabot, VT to Colchester, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williston along the way.
Williston
47.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 60.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.1 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through VT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (US 2 / East Montpelier Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colchester, VT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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