How far is Essex Junction, VT from Westminster, VT?
The driving distance from Essex Junction, VT to Westminster, VT is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.5 miles (166.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Vermont
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Essex Junction and Westminster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex Junction and Westminster.
-
1
Start on Main Street
24 m · 5 sec · Main Street
-
2
Turn left onto Park Street
1 km · 2 min · Park Street
-
3
Continue on Essex Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Essex Road
-
4
Continue on Saint George Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Saint George Road
-
5
Take the ramp left
1430 ft · 35 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
82.9 mi · 1 hr 36 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
1351 ft · 33 sec
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 91 South: Brattleboro
860 ft · 21 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
40.8 mi · 47 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
1000 ft · 28 sec
-
11
Turn left onto Westminster Street
1.2 km · 55 sec · Westminster Street
-
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto U.S. Route 5
1.1 km · 47 sec · U.S. Route 5
-
13
Continue on U.S. Route 5
1.6 mi · 3 min · U.S. Route 5
-
14
Turn sharp right onto School Street
22 m · 3 sec · School Street
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Essex Junction and Westminster.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Saint George Road
Merge slight left
82.9 mi · 01h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Essex Junction and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Westminster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Essex Junction to Westminster?
The road trip is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km) and usually takes 02h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Royalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.7 miles from Essex Junction and 65.7 miles from Westminster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.5 miles (166.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.30 one way or $36.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Essex Junction and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Westminster.
Stop Ideas Near Royalton
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 Royalton.
Randolph station
White River Junction
Windsor station
Rutland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Essex Junction and Westminster. Straight-line distance: 103.55 mi (166.64 km).
#1 Essex Junction
Village located within Essex, Chittenden County, Vermont
| Population | 10,793 |
| Coordinates | 44.4906100, -73.1109600 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Westminster
Town in Vermont, USA
| Population | 2,952 |
| Coordinates | 43.0678600, -72.4587000 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Westminster (-72.4587, 43.06786)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $18.30 | $36.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $20.68 | $41.36 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $22.54 | $45.08 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $27.83 | $55.65 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Vermont · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.