Williston, VT Road Trips
Williston, VT serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 4 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 71 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Williston, VT spread mainly south and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
133.2 mi
Pownal, VT
Quickest Drive
41m
Stowe, VT
Plan Around Williston, VT
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Williston, VT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Williston, VT
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Williston, VT
Driving from Williston, VT
The typical drive from Williston, VT covers about 71 miles and takes around 1h 48m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 133 miles (3h 29m), while the shortest is just 28 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Williston, VT most often head toward Pownal, VT (133.2 mi, 3h 29m), Richford, VT (62.1 mi, 1h 26m), Pittsford, VT (61.1 mi, 1h 35m), and Stowe, VT (27.8 mi, 41m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VT currently averages around $4.21 per gallon. For the typical 71-mile trip from Williston, VT, budget about $12 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Williston, VT and 1 routes heading into Williston, VT, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 28 to 133 miles.
The longest mapped route from Williston, VT covers 133 miles and takes approximately 3h 29m. Shorter options start at just 28 miles.
The average route from Williston, VT runs about 71 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 48m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.21/gallon for regular), the average 71-mile trip from Williston, VT costs roughly $12 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Williston, VT include Pownal, VT, Richford, VT, Pittsford, VT and Stowe, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Williston, VT.
Williston Village Historic District
historic district in Vermont, United States
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Traveler Guide to Williston, VT
Williston is a city in Northwest Vermont.
You can find national chains like Moes, Panera, 99, Chilis, Longhorn, and Texas Roadhouse in Williston, but then you'd be missing out on the local options. Pastabilities, 4735 Williston Rd (at Industrial Ave), ☏ +1 802 598-5513. 11AM-7PM. Everything is made from scratch including 10 types of ravioli, gnocchi, fettuccine, pizza and sandwiches. Chef's Corner Cafe and Bakery, 2121 Essex Rd, ☏ +1 802 878-5524. Mexicali Cantina & Grill, 28 Walnut St, ☏ +1 802 879-9492.
Williston is easily accessible by car using I-89 exit 12, US 2, and VT 2a. It's about 15 minutes from Burlington, 2 hours from Montreal, and 3.5 hours from Boston. There is an Amtrak station in neighboring Essex Junction and a bus route that connects the two towns. Williston is about 10 minutes from Burlington International Airport.
Travel tips adapted from Williston (Vermont) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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