Traveling from Craftsbury to Williston covers 58.2 miles across the Northeast region of Vermont. You can easily complete this 1-hour and 32-minute journey in a single day, as it is designed as a direct, one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. You will navigate a mix of Vermont Route 15 West, the Waterbury Stowe Road, and I-89 to reach your destination. Because this route is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery. It is a straightforward drive that connects the rural charm of the Northeast to the more developed areas near Williston.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29.1 miles from Craftsbury, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
14.3 mi
16m
Vermont Route 15 West
11.1 mi
16m
Waterbury Stowe Road
6.1 mi
10m
Laporte Road
4.8 mi
7m
Craftsbury Road
4.5 mi
7m
Pucker Street
2.6 mi
4m
Waterbury Road
2.2 mi
3m
Williston Road
2.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 14.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Craftsbury, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on Town Garage Road
43 ft·3 sec·Town Garage Road
2
Turn left onto Creek Road
297 ft·9 sec·Creek Road
3
Turn left onto South Craftsbury Road
1.8 mi·4 min·South Craftsbury Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto VT 14
0.6 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 14
5
Continue on VT 14
1.9 mi·3 min·Eligo Lake Road
6
Continue on VT 14
4.5 mi·7 min·Craftsbury Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15
11 mi·16 min·Vermont Route 15 West
8
Turn left onto VT 15A
1.7 mi·3 min·Park Street
9
Turn straight onto VT 15A
0.1 mi·10 sec·Upper Main Street
10
Continue on VT 100
0.1 mi·12 sec·Lower Main Street
11
Turn left onto VT 100
0.4 mi·47 sec·Jersey Heights
12
Continue on VT 100
0.2 mi·23 sec·Laporte Road
13
Continue on VT 100
4.6 mi·7 min·Laporte Road
14
Continue on VT 100
2.6 mi·4 min·Pucker Street
15
Continue on VT 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Maple Street
16
Continue on VT 100
1.3 mi·3 min·Main Street
17
Continue on VT 100
2.2 mi·3 min·Waterbury Road
18
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi·10 min·Waterbury Stowe Road
19
Continue on VT 100
0.1 mi·17 sec·Vermont Route 100
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
21
Merge onto I 89
14 mi·16 min·I 89
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 11Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
23
Turn right onto US 2
1.0 mi·1 min·West Main Street
24
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi·3 min·Williston Road
25
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft·0 sec·North Williston Road
26
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 58.2-mile drive, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility throughout the day. You do not need to worry about planning overnight stops, allowing you to tailor your departure time around traffic patterns near Williston. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will stay low at around $9, so you can focus your planning on reaching your destination efficiently. Given that the longest highway stretch is under 15 miles, you will find yourself transitioning between road types frequently; stay alert during these shifts. A smart tip for this specific route is to double-check your navigation before leaving Craftsbury to ensure you are comfortable with the switch between the state routes and the I-89 entrance.
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 29.1 miles from Craftsbury, VT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.3 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 13 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.1 miles or 48m 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 19m
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 Craftsbury, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Craftsbury, VT
This is one driving day of about 58.2 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Craftsbury, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 14.3 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 54.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Creek Road
Turn left onto Creek Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|VT 14 / Vermont Route 14
At end of road, turn left onto VT 14 / Vermont Route 14
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip|~17m in|VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
At end of road, turn right onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Navigation decision point
5
40.2 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
6
54.7 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
$9.37 one way
$18.74 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg20 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$10.31
$20.62
premium
$4.86
$11.15
$22.29
diesel
$5.61
$12.85
$25.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
17.5
0
$6.11
$2.79
Efficient EV
14.6
0
$5.09
$2.33
EV Truck/SUV
23.3
0
$8.15
$3.72
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Craftsbury, VT
Late night
in Craftsbury on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Williston, VT
Late night
in Williston on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m 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?
Expect a mixed-drive experience that transitions between winding local roads and higher-speed travel. About 45% of your total mileage will be spent on the highway, specifically utilizing I-89. You should prepare for a varied pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch lasts only 14.3 miles on the interstate before you move back onto smaller roadways. The transition from Vermont Route 15 West onto the Waterbury Stowe Road shifts the rhythm of the trip, requiring more focus than the highway sections. This blend ensures that your time behind the wheel remains engaging rather than monotonous.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.3 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Creek Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 32m 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: near the start (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (VT 14 / Vermont Route 14): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
912 ft301 ft
Total Climb
680 ft
Total Descent
1,097 ft
Highest Point
912 ft
Elevation Range
611 ft
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 Craftsbury, VT to Williston, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.
Burlington
40.2 mi in|~1h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 58.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 14.3 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: near the start (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (VT 14 / Vermont Route 14): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williston, VT before heading back.
