Concord, VT to Williston, VT is 75.2 miles and takes about 1h 39m via U.S. Route 2 West and I-89, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive primarily stays within Vermont, making it an easy option for a single-day trip. You'll find yourself on a mix of highway and well-traveled state routes as you make your way west. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient journey between two points in the Northeast. Plan for a relatively short travel time and a manageable fuel cost.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.6 miles from Concord, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Route 2 West
25.7 mi
29m
I 89
25.1 mi
28m
U.S. Route 2
10.8 mi
17m
Portland Street
2.9 mi
4m
Williston Road
2.2 mi
3m
Main Street
2.1 mi
3m
River Street
1.2 mi
2m
Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 2 West
— 25.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on US 2
2.0 mi·3 min·Main Street
2
Continue on US 2
3.1 mi·4 min·U.S. Route 2
3
Continue on US 2
2.9 mi·4 min·Portland Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5
0.1 mi·15 sec·Railroad Street
5
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi·30 sec·Eastern Avenue
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate
0.1 mi·11 sec·Main Street
7
Turn slight right onto US 2
0.4 mi·39 sec·Western Avenue
8
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·52 sec·U.S. Route 2
9
Continue on US 2
26 mi·29 min·U.S. Route 2 West
10
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi·12 sec·School Street
11
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·39 sec·High Street
12
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi·11 min·U.S. Route 2
13
Continue on US 2
0.4 mi·48 sec·East Montpelier Road
14
Enter roundabout onto US 2
74 ft·0 sec·East Montpelier Road
15
Continue on US 2
115 ft·1 sec·East Montpelier Road
16
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·2 min·River Street
17
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Berlin Street
18
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·2 min·Memorial Drive
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
20
Merge onto I 89
25 mi·28 min·I 89
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 11Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
22
Turn right onto US 2
1.0 mi·1 min·West Main Street
23
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi·3 min·Williston Road
24
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft·0 sec·North Williston Road
25
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving Concord in the morning allows you to arrive in Williston with plenty of the day remaining. With only 75.2 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $12, you won't need to worry extensively about finding gas stations, though it's always wise to top off before a significant journey. Keep an eye on traffic, especially as you approach the I-89 corridor, to ensure a smooth arrival in Williston.
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 37.6 miles from Concord, VT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.7 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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 47m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Williston, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Concord, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Concord, VT
This is one driving day of about 75.2 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Concord, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 2 West for about 25.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 8 and 71.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
8 mi into trip|~12m in|US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.1 mi into trip|~12m in|US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
8.4 mi into trip|~13m in|US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
43.5 mi into trip|~57m in|US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
71.7 mi into trip|~1h 32m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.11 one way
$24.21 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.32
$26.64
premium
$4.86
$14.40
$28.80
diesel
$5.61
$16.60
$33.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.6
0
$7.90
$3.61
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.58
$3.01
EV Truck/SUV
30.1
0
$10.53
$4.81
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Concord, VT
Evening
in Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Williston, VT
Evening
in Williston on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Cabot, VT
38 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is largely a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route utilizing major roads like U.S. Route 2 West and I-89. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 25.7 miles on U.S. Route 2 West, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. Expect a good portion of your journey to involve faster speeds and less frequent turns. The profile suggests a smooth, direct path for the majority of the drive, minimizing complex navigation as you head toward Williston.
82% 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: 25.7 mi on U.S. Route 2 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 West and I 89. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in near US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 39m 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 8 miles (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 75.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 25.7 miles on U.S. Route 2 West. 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 8 miles (US 2; US 5 / Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williston, VT before heading back.
