Origin
Williston, VT
Late night in Williston on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Trip from Williston, VT to Montgomery, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
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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Montgomery, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Williston to Montgomery, you are looking at a 62-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $10 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Vermont towns. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, the transition is relatively seamless. The drive is straightforward and efficient, making it a reliable choice if you have limited time and want to get straight to your destination. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that keeps you moving through the northern part of the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 29.4 mi | 34m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Sheldon Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Sampsonville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Williston Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Montgomery Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Fisher Pond Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 29.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williston, VT and Montgomery, VT.
1
Start on North Williston Road
18 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Williston Road
2
Continue on US 2
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Williston Road
3
Turn sharp left onto VT 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint George Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
29 mi
·
34 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
7
Turn right onto VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
9
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
10
Continue on VT 105
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 105
11
Continue on VT 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn slight right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
14
Continue on VT 105
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Sampsonville Road
15
Continue on VT 105
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 105 East
16
Turn right onto VT 118
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Montgomery Road
17
Continue on VT 118
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
18
Turn left onto Fuller Bridge Road
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
Fuller Bridge Road
19
Arrive at destination
Fuller Bridge Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 51.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
VT 2A / Saint George Road
Turn sharp left onto VT 2A / Saint George Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
5
33.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.96 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.87 | $23.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Montgomery, VT
Late night in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Saint Albans, VT
31 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
9 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 27m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the journey spent on major roads like I-89. You will start with a significant stretch of interstate, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 29.4 miles, before transitioning to Vermont Route 105 and Sheldon Road. Expect the character of the road to shift from the fast-paced, high-speed environment of the interstate to the more localized feel of state highways. While the first half of the drive prioritizes speed and efficiency, the final portion requires you to navigate smaller routes. This blend of highway driving and local road travel keeps the experience varied as you progress toward your destination.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.4 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 105. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near VT 2A / Saint George 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 1h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (VT 2A / Saint George Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
645 ft
104 ft
Total Climb
762 ft
Total Descent
762 ft
Highest Point
645 ft
~31 mi in
Elevation Range
541 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 62 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.4 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 2.3 miles (VT 2A / Saint George Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.6 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 Montgomery, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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