Origin
Woodstock, VT
Late night in Woodstock on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Woodstock, 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
2h 4m
Distance
90.2 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodstock, VT
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Colchester, VT
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Trip Overview
This 90.2-mile drive from Woodstock to Colchester, Vermont, is an easy day trip, taking about 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. You'll primarily use I-89 and some state routes, with 84% of the journey on the highway, making it a focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this route is budget-friendly for a single day of travel. The drive stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Vermont. It's a straightforward trip perfect for when you want to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Woodstock, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 55.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| Vermont Route 12 | 11 mi | 19m |
| Vermont Route 289 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Barnard Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 117 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 2 mi | 3m |
| River Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstock, VT and Colchester, VT.
1
Start on this road
165 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Court Street
264 ft
·
12 sec
·
Court Street
3
Turn right onto US 4
342 ft
·
11 sec
·
The Green
4
Turn slight right onto VT 12
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
5
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 12
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Barnard Road
6
Continue on VT 12
11 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 12
7
Continue on VT 12
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Creek Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto VT 107; VT 12
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
River Street
9
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
10
Continue on VT 107
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
11
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 89 North
12
Merge onto I 89
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 89
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
14
Turn right onto US 2
187 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
15
Turn right onto VT 117
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
16
Continue on VT 117
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 117
17
Continue on VT 117
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
18
Turn right onto VT 289
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 289
Toward VT 289 West
19
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Colchester Road
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on VT 2A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn right onto East Road
100 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Road
22
Arrive at destination
East Road
Trip Plan
Given this route is just over 90 miles and takes about 2 hours, you have considerable flexibility. Leaving Woodstock in the morning allows you to reach Colchester with plenty of daylight. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 55.7 miles on I-89, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. Since this is a short, highway-centric drive with a low fuel cost of around $15, you won't need to worry about extensive planning, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before the 55.7-mile stretch on I-89 is a good idea.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.1 miles from Woodstock, VT, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 20 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colchester, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woodstock, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Woodstock, VT
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Woodstock, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 55.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.1 miles from Woodstock, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 87.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 4 / The Green
Turn right onto US 4 / The Green
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
VT 12 / Barnard Road
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 12 / Barnard Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
7
87.9 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
VT 2A / Colchester Road
At end of road, turn right onto VT 2A / Colchester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.52 one way
$29.04 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.98 | $31.95 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.27 | $34.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.92 | $39.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Colchester, VT
Late night in Colchester on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 4m 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 highway-focused experience for most of this 90.2-mile journey, with 84% of the drive on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.7 miles on I-89, offering a chance to settle in for a considerable distance. While much of the drive utilizes interstate speeds, you'll also navigate sections of Vermont Route 12 and Vermont Route 289, which may offer a slight change of pace. This mix means you'll experience both efficient travel and glimpses of Vermont's varied terrain.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Vermont Route 12. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 12 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 (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 4 / The Green): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (VT 12 / Barnard Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Woodstock, VT to Colchester, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Williston along the way.
Williston
77.3 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 90.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.7 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 (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 4 / The Green): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (VT 12 / Barnard Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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