How far is Cambridge, VT from Williston, VT?
The driving distance from Cambridge, VT to Williston, VT is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.1 miles (27.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cambridge and Williston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge and Williston.
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Start on Vermont Route 15
13.6 mi · 22 min · Vermont Route 15
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Turn left onto Lee River Road
64 m · 8 sec · Lee River Road
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Turn right onto Plains Road
2843 ft · 1 min · Plains Road
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Turn right onto Skunk Hollow Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Skunk Hollow Road
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Turn straight onto Vermont Route 117
1542 ft · 26 sec · Vermont Route 117
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Continue on River Road
1 km · 1 min · River Road
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Turn left onto North Williston Road
3.1 mi · 8 min · North Williston Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Williston Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cambridge and Williston.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Vermont Route 15
Start on Vermont Route 15
13.6 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cambridge and Partly Sunny near Williston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cambridge to Williston?
The road trip is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Underhill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Cambridge and 10.4 miles from Williston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.1 miles (27.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.88 one way or $5.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cambridge and Partly Sunny near Williston.
Stop Ideas Near Underhill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Underhill.
Essex Junction station
Waterbury
St. Albans station
Port Kent station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cambridge and Williston. Straight-line distance: 17.16 mi (27.61 km).
#1 Cambridge
Town in Lamoille County, Vermont
| Population | 3,817 |
| Coordinates | 44.6447700, -72.8762400 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williston
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 10,263 |
| Coordinates | 44.4375500, -73.0681800 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
End: Williston (-73.06818, 44.43755)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.88 | $5.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $3.25 | $6.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.55 | $7.09 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $4.38 | $8.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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