Origin
Montgomery, VT
Late night in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery, VT to Williston, 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 27m
Distance
62.1 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery, VT
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Williston, VT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 62.1 miles through Vermont’s Northeast, this route from Montgomery to Williston is a straightforward drive that typically takes 1 hour and 27 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the journey. The path utilizes a combination of Vermont Route 105, Sheldon Road, and I-89 to bridge the distance between these two communities. It is a practical, efficient transit option for travelers looking to navigate between these regions without unnecessary detours or complex logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 29.4 mi | 34m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Sampsonville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Williston Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Montgomery Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 29.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on Fuller Bridge Road
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
Fuller Bridge Road
2
Turn right onto On the Common
277 ft
·
7 sec
·
On the Common
3
Turn straight onto VT 118
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on VT 118
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Montgomery Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 118
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 105 East
6
Continue on VT 105
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Sampsonville Road
7
Continue on VT 105
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
8
Continue on VT 105; VT 108
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn right onto VT 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Street
10
Continue on VT 105
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 105
11
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
12
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
13
Continue on VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
14
Take the ramp
266 ft
·
15 sec
Toward I 89
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 89 South: Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 89
29 mi
·
34 min
·
I 89
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
18
Turn left onto VT 2A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
19
Turn right onto US 2
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Williston Road
20
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Williston Road
21
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Montgomery, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.8 — 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
|
On the Common
Turn right onto On the Common
Navigation decision point
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
VT 105; VT 118 / Vermont Route 105 East
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 118 / Vermont Route 105 East
Navigation decision point
5
28.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the ramp toward I 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 89
7
29 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 South: Burlington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 89 South: Burlington
6
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward VT 2A: Williston, Essex Junction
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.00 one way
$19.99 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.00 | $22.00 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Williston, VT
Late night in Williston on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Saint Albans, VT
31 mi in
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
1h 27m 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 trip functions as a highway-focused drive, with 67% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of local roads early on before transitioning to the interstate for the majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 29.4 miles on I-89, which offers a steady, rhythmic pace compared to the initial local sections. As you transition from the rural stretches near Montgomery onto the highway, the personality of the drive shifts from local navigation to a more direct, high-speed transit. Be prepared for this change in tempo as you merge onto the interstate.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.4 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near On the Common.
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 27m 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: near the start (On the Common): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (VT 105; VT 118 / Vermont Route 105 East): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
648 ft
110 ft
Total Climb
739 ft
Total Descent
739 ft
Highest Point
648 ft
~31.1 mi in
Elevation Range
539 ft
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 Montgomery, VT to Williston, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Essex Junction along the way.
Essex Junction
58.8 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 62.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.4 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 (On the Common): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (VT 105; VT 118 / Vermont Route 105 East): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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