Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St Johnsbury, VT
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Williamstown, VT
Andrea Davis
St. Johnsbury to Williamstown is 42.5 miles and takes about 1 hour via U.S. Route 2 West and Vermont Route 14 South, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Vermont, making it a convenient option for a quick drive between two points in the Northeast region. Much of the drive is on highways, offering a straightforward commute. It's a good choice if you're looking for an easy, direct connection without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 2 West | 25.7 mi | 29m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 14 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 14 | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| South Barre Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| East Montpelier Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Merchant Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between St Johnsbury, VT and Williamstown, VT.
Start on Main Street
Turn sharp right onto US 5
Turn right onto US 2
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate
Turn slight right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn left onto VT 14
Continue on VT 14
Continue on VT 14
Turn straight onto Merchant Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 302; VT 14
Continue on VT 14
Continue on VT 14
Continue on VT 14
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto US 5 / Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto US 2 / Eastern Avenue
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto VT 14 / Vermont Route 14 South
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 302; VT 14 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.08 one way
$14.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $7.86 | $15.71 |
| premium | $5.07 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $9.37 | $18.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in St Johnsbury on Wednesday
Local time
8:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Destination
Morning in Williamstown on Wednesday
Local time
8:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
77°F
Cabot, VT
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is predominantly highway, with 80% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 25.7 miles on U.S. Route 2 West. Expect a mix of highway cruising and then a shift to surface roads as you transition onto Vermont Route 14 South. The overall feel is one of steady progress with minimal interruption.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 2 West and U.S. Route 2. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Railroad Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from St Johnsbury, VT to Williamstown, VT is easy. At 1h with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / Eastern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 2; US 5 Alternate / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,335 ft
Total Descent
1,074 ft
Highest Point
1,564 ft
~12.2 mi in
Elevation Range
964 ft
Founded 1786
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
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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