Origin
Waitsfield, VT
Late night in Waitsfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waitsfield, VT to Williston, VT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waitsfield, VT
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Williston, VT
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Trip Overview
Waitsfield to Williston is 31.3 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I 89, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive keeps you within the Northeast region, staying entirely within Vermont. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on the interstate, making it a practical choice for a quick transit between these two points. You'll find it's a simple, efficient journey with minimal fuss, perfect for when you just need to get from A to B without much delay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| Vermont Route 100 South | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Williston Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 14.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waitsfield, VT and Williston, VT.
1
Start on VT 100
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on VT 100
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Vermont Route 100 South
3
Continue on VT 100
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 100 South
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; VT 100
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
5
Continue on US 2; VT 100
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Enter roundabout onto VT 100
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
7
Continue on VT 100
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
9
Merge onto I 89
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 89
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
11
Turn right onto US 2
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Williston Road
13
Continue on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Williston Road
14
Arrive at destination
North Williston Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Waitsfield, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 11.4 and 27.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2
Navigation decision point
4
12.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Enter roundabout onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Richmond, Burlington
3
13.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
27.8 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
$5.04 one way
$10.08 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Waterbury, VT
16 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
2 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
47m 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 route has a highway-focused profile, with 72% of it utilizing interstate conditions. You'll experience a longest stretch of 14.5 miles on I 89, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your drive. Expect the majority of your time to be spent on this well-maintained highway, which allows for relatively quick travel. The transitions between highway and local roads are generally smooth, maintaining a predictable driving experience throughout the trip.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 100 South. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in near US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Waitsfield, VT to Williston, VT is easy. At 47m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.4 miles (US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Waitsfield, VT to Williston, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burlington along the way.
Burlington
13.1 mi in
|
~23m
About the Cities
Starting in Waitsfield, VT
Full guide →Waitsfield is a ski resort town in Central Vermont. Mad River Glen and Sugarbush are both nearby.
Top landmarks
- • Waitsfield Village Historic District — historic district in Vermont, United States
- • Great Eddy Covered Bridge — bridge in Waitsfield, Vermont
- • Pine Brook Covered Bridge — bridge in Waitsfield, Vermont
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 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: at 11.4 miles (US 2; VT 100 / U.S. Route 2): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (VT 100 / Vermont Route 100): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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