Origin
Wolcott, VT
Late night in Wolcott on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Wolcott, VT to Colchester, 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 18m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wolcott, VT
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Colchester, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip across Vermont, this 48.3-mile journey between Wolcott and Colchester is an efficient choice. Spanning about 1 hour and 9 minutes, the route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You will primarily navigate via Route 15 and Lower Main Street East to reach your destination. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Because both towns are located within the Northeast region, you can expect a consistent local atmosphere throughout the entire drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 15 West | 14 mi | 22m |
| Vermont Route 15 | 11.2 mi | 17m |
| East Road | 6.5 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Westford Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 104 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Westford-Milton Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Lower Main Street East | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 15 West
— 14 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wolcott, VT and Colchester, VT.
1
Start on School Street
107 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn left onto VT 15
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Vermont Route 15
3
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Vermont Route 15 West
4
Continue on VT 15; VT 100
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
5
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Vermont Route 15 West
6
Continue on VT 15
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
7
Continue on VT 15
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Main Street East
8
Continue on VT 15
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Vermont Route 15 West
9
Enter roundabout onto VT 15
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
Vermont Route 15
10
Continue on VT 15
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 15
11
Turn right onto VT 104
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 104
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on VT 104
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn slight left onto Ramsey Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Ramsey Road
14
Turn left onto VT 128
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Browns River Road
15
Continue on VT 128
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vermont Route 128
16
Turn right onto Westford-Milton Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Westford-Milton Road
17
Continue on Westford Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Westford Road
18
Turn left onto East Road
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
East Road
19
Continue on Farnsworth Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Farnsworth Road
20
Turn left onto East Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Road
21
Arrive at destination
East Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Wolcott, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 26.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Turn left onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Navigation decision point
4
7.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West
Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
23.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Turn right onto VT 104 / Vermont Route 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.47 one way
$14.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.89 | $17.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Fletcher, VT
23 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
7 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
1h 18m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local roads for the duration of the 48.3-mile trip, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The personality of this drive is defined by its constant transitions rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. Because the route relies entirely on secondary roads, you will experience a more intimate look at the Vermont landscape as you move from Wolcott toward Colchester. Keep in mind that the winding nature of these roads necessitates a steady pace throughout the hour-long journey.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14 mi on Vermont Route 15 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 15 / Vermont Route 15.
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 18m drive. You will face about 9 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 (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.7 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14 miles on Vermont Route 15 West. 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: near the start (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (VT 15; VT 100 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.7 miles (VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colchester, 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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