Origin
Williston, VT
Late night in Williston on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williston, VT to Johnson, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 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 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
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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Johnson, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
This 32.1-mile journey from Williston to Johnson is a straightforward, hour-long trek through the heart of Vermont. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick morning or afternoon outing. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it remains an economical trip that won't strain your wallet. The route relies primarily on Vermont Route 15, North Williston Road, and Skunk Hollow Road to connect these two Northeast towns. Because the duration is just 57 minutes, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy your destination once you arrive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 15 | 24.3 mi | 40m |
| North Williston Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Skunk Hollow Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Lower Main Street West | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Plains Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 117 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lee River Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 15
— 24.3 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and Johnson, VT.
1
Start on North Williston Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Williston Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto VT 117
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
River Road
3
Continue on VT 117
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Vermont Route 117
4
Turn slight left onto Skunk Hollow Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Skunk Hollow Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Plains Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Lee River Road
76 ft
·
2 sec
·
Lee River Road
7
Turn right
155 ft
·
5 sec
Toward VT 15 West
8
Turn straight onto VT 15
14 mi
·
23 min
·
Vermont Route 15
9
Continue on VT 15
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 15
10
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
109 ft
·
2 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
11
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 15
12
Continue on VT 15
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lower Main Street West
13
Turn right onto Railroad Street
7 ft
·
0 sec
·
Railroad Street
14
Arrive at destination
Railroad Street
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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 23.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
VT 117 / River Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 117 / River Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Plains Road
At end of road, turn left onto Plains Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Lee River Road
At end of road, turn left onto Lee River Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Turn right toward VT 15 West
Navigation decision point
Toward VT 15 West
4
23.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.17 one way
$10.34 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.15 | $12.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 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 | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
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
Johnson, VT
Late night in Johnson on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Fletcher, 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
17 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
57m 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?
Expect a drive that leans heavily on highway travel, with 77% of the journey spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on Vermont Route 15, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.3 miles. The transition from local connectors like Skunk Hollow Road onto the highway defines the character of this trip, shifting from slower local transitions to a consistent cruising pace. Overall, the road feels practical and efficient, serving as a reliable artery between Williston and Johnson without the complications of technical mountain passes or heavy traffic congestion.
77% 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: 24.3 mi on Vermont Route 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 15 and North Williston Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near VT 117 / River Road.
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 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (VT 117 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (Plains Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (Lee River Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 32.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.3 miles on Vermont Route 15. 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 3.1 miles (VT 117 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (Plains Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (Lee River Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Johnson, 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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