Origin
Williston, VT
Morning in Williston on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williston, VT to Cabot, 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
1h 10m
Distance
51.3 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williston, VT
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Cabot, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Northeast, this 51.3-mile trip from Williston to Cabot, Vermont, is an ideal candidate for a one-day outing. You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel. With a modest fuel budget of about $8, it is an affordable way to traverse the region. Given the manageable duration, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. The route is straightforward and efficient, making it a reliable choice for travelers who value simplicity and direct transit between these two Vermont points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 24.9 mi | 28m |
| U.S. Route 2 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| Route 215 South | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Williston Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Cabot Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Memorial Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 24.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and Cabot, VT.
1
Start on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Williston Road
2
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Williston Road
3
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
7
Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Berlin Street
9
Turn slight left onto US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
10
Enter roundabout onto US 2
137 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
11
Continue on US 2
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
River Street
12
Merge onto US 2
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Montpelier Road
13
Continue on US 2
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
U.S. Route 2
14
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
High Street
15
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
School Street
16
Continue on US 2
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 2
17
Turn left onto VT 215
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Cabot Road
18
Continue on VT 215
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 215 South
19
Continue on VT 215
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
VT 215
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Williston, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 31.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
28.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward US 2: Montpelier, Saint Johnsbury
4
31.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 2 / River Street
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / River Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
31.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Merge onto US 2 / East Montpelier Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.52 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.09 | $18.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cabot, VT
Morning in Cabot on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
1h 10m 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 1-hour and 10-minute drive is primarily highway-focused, with 80% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will start by navigating the interstate system, which includes a notable 24.9-mile stretch on I-89. As you transition from the high-speed interstate to U.S. Route 2 and eventually Route 215 South, the driving environment shifts to reflect a mix of broader highway lanes and local road segments. Expect a consistent, steady pace throughout the 51.3-mile journey, as the route is designed for efficient movement rather than technical maneuvering. You will spend most of your time focused on the highway flow before finishing your trip on the secondary roads leading into Cabot.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and U.S. Route 2. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Williston, VT to Cabot, VT is easy. At 1h 10m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Williston, VT to Cabot, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Johnsbury along the way.
Saint Johnsbury
28.4 mi in
|
~35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 51.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.9 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 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cabot, 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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