Origin
Cabot, VT
Late night in Cabot on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cabot, VT to Williston, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Williston, VT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 51.1 miles across Vermont, this connection between Cabot and Williston is an efficient route that typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. Because the trip is short and straightforward, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the journey. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick trip, this highway-focused drive offers a predictable and reliable transit experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 25.1 mi | 28m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| Route 215 South | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Williston Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Cabot Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 25.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabot, VT and Williston, 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
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
18
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Williston Road
19
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Williston Road
20
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 19.4 and 48 — 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
3
22.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
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
3
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
US 2 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 2 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.79 | $19.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Williston, VT
Late night in Williston on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
20 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 10m 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?
Expect a trip defined by its reliance on major transit corridors, with 81% of the journey taking place on highways. You will navigate a combination of Route 215 South, U.S. Route 2, and I-89 to reach your destination. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a 25.1-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-89, which provides a steady, high-speed pace for the bulk of the travel. This configuration creates a distinct transition from local roads to a more structured interstate environment, allowing you to settle into a consistent rhythm as you move toward Williston.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 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?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 19.4 miles in near US 2 / East Montpelier Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cabot, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 1h 10m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 22.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 51.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). 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 22.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williston, 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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