Origin
Westminster, VT
Night in Westminster on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Westminster, VT to Winooski, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
135 mi
217 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westminster, VT
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Winooski, VT
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Trip Overview
This 134.2-mile drive from Westminster to Winooski, Vermont, will take you about 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily follow Route 5 and Westminster Street before merging onto I-89 North. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, this journey through Vermont's Northeast region is designed for a single day of travel. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a local, engaging driving experience rather than a fast-paced highway cruise. It's a straightforward trip with no overnight stays recommended, allowing you to focus on enjoying the journey itself.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.5 miles from Westminster, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 89.7 mi | 1h 44m |
| I 91 | 40.9 mi | 47m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Allen Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Westminster Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 89.7 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, VT and Winooski, VT.
1
Start on School Street
71 ft
·
10 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn sharp left onto US 5
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 5
3
Turn left onto Westminster Street
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Westminster Street
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge onto I 91
41 mi
·
47 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 89 North
7
Merge onto I 89
90 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 89
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Use the left lane.
9
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Allen Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn straight onto East Allen Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Allen Street
11
Arrive at destination
East Allen Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 8-minute duration for this 134.2-mile trip, you can easily complete it in a single day. Starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Winooski without feeling rushed. Since there are no specific stops recommended and the highway share is 0%, plan your fuel stops in advance, noting the estimated $21 cost. Keep an eye on your navigation as you'll be on Route 5 and Westminster Street, which are more turn-heavy than a typical interstate. This allows for flexibility if you decide to take a spontaneous break along the way.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.5 miles from Westminster, VT, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.7 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 30 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winooski, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westminster, 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 Westminster, VT
This is one driving day of about 135 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Westminster, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 89.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.5 miles from Westminster, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.7 miles.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 134.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 5 / U.S. Route 5
Turn sharp left onto US 5 / U.S. Route 5
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
44.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 89 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 89 North
7
134.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward VT 15: Winooski, Essex Junction
5
134.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
VT 15 / East Allen Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 15 / East Allen Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.73 one way
$43.47 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $25.85 | $51.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.81 | $59.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.81 | $5.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54 | 0 | $18.90 | $8.64 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Winooski, VT
Night in Winooski on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Bethel, VT
68 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
3 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 39m 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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 51.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You won't encounter long stretches of monotonous interstate driving; instead, anticipate a more engaging experience navigating local roads. The profile suggests a route that requires your attention, with frequent changes in direction. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch noted, the overall character points to a dynamic journey that keeps you involved behind the wheel, moving through various local Vermont landscapes.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / U.S. Route 5.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 7 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 (US 5 / U.S. Route 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 135 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.7 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: near the start (US 5 / U.S. Route 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Winooski, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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