If you are planning a transit across central Vermont, this 105.4-mile trek from Ludlow to Williston serves as a straightforward connection between the southern and northern parts of the state. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable one-day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. By sticking primarily to Vermont Route 100 and I-89, you maintain a consistent pace through the Northeast region. It is a practical route for travelers who need to move efficiently between these two points while enjoying the transition through the heart of the Green Mountain State.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.7 miles from Ludlow, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 89
55.7 mi
1h 4m
Vermont Route 100 North
14.1 mi
20m
Vermont Route 100
10.7 mi
16m
Vermont Route 107
8.6 mi
13m
U.S. Route 4
6.2 mi
9m
River Street
3.4 mi
5m
Williston Road
2.2 mi
3m
Vermont Route 103 North
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on VT 103
0.2 mi·38 sec·Main Street
2
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
0.6 mi·1 min·Pond Street
3
Continue on VT 103; VT 100
1.1 mi·1 min·Vermont Route 103 North
4
Turn right onto VT 100
14 mi·20 min·Vermont Route 100 North
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100
6.2 mi·9 min·U.S. Route 4
6
Turn slight right onto VT 100
11 mi·16 min·Vermont Route 100
7
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi·10 min·Vermont Route 107
8
Continue on VT 107
3.4 mi·5 min·River Street
9
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi·1 min·South Main Street
10
Continue on VT 107
2.0 mi·3 min·Vermont Route 107
11
Turn left
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 89 North
12
Merge onto I 89
56 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 89
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 11Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
14
Turn right onto US 2
1.0 mi·1 min·West Main Street
15
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi·3 min·Williston Road
16
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft·0 sec·North Williston Road
17
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. Because the entire 105.4-mile journey can be completed in under two and a half hours, you won't need to stress about rigorous stop planning or overnight logistics. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as the 55.7-mile stretch on I-89 is your longest period without easy access to local services. Aim to depart outside of peak commuting hours to ensure the smoothest transition between the local routes and the highway. Taking advantage of the route's direct nature allows you to reach Williston quickly, leaving you with the rest of your day to enjoy your arrival.
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 52.7 miles from Ludlow, VT, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.7 miles or 1h 20m 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 59m
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 Ludlow, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ludlow, VT
This is one driving day of about 105.4 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Ludlow, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 55.7 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 101.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North
Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North
Navigation decision point
4
16 mi into trip|~25m in|US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4
At end of road, turn left onto US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4
Navigation decision point
4
45.8 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Turn left toward I 89 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 89 North
3
46.2 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
101.9 mi into trip|~2h 17m 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
$16.97 one way
$33.94 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.67
$37.34
premium
$4.86
$20.18
$40.37
diesel
$5.61
$23.27
$46.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.6
0
$11.07
$5.06
Efficient EV
26.4
0
$9.22
$4.22
EV Truck/SUV
42.2
0
$14.76
$6.75
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Ludlow, VT
Late night
in Ludlow on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Williston, VT
Late night
in Williston on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bethel, VT
53 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
9 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
2h 23m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes under the shade of the Mount Tom Forest, the oldest continuously managed scientific forest in the United States. This is a landscape of loss, re...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 18.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will start by navigating the winding paths of Vermont Route 100 before transitioning to the interstate system. Once you merge onto I-89, you will settle into the longest uninterrupted stretch of the drive, covering 55.7 miles of highway. The experience balances the local feel of state roads with the efficiency of a major interstate, allowing for a steady, predictable rhythm. Be prepared for the shift from secondary roads to the faster-paced interstate environment as you progress toward your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 100 North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ludlow, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 2h 23m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4): Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 105.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 1.9 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100 North): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (US 4; VT 100 / U.S. Route 4): Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williston, VT before heading back.
