How far is Putney, VT from Williston, VT?
The driving distance from Putney, VT to Williston, VT is about 133.9 miles (215.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.7 miles (168.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
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 Windsor County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Putney and Williston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Putney and Williston.
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Start on Main Street
2561 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Putney Landing Road
1266 ft · 27 sec · Putney Landing Road
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Take the ramp left
694 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North
1257 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
77.6 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
1914 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Williston Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Williston Road
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Continue on North Williston Road
6 m · 1 sec · 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 Putney and Williston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
77.6 mi · 01h 30m
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 Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Putney and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny near Williston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Putney to Williston?
The road trip is about 133.9 miles (215.5 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Sharon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Putney and 67 miles from Williston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.7 miles (168.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.66 one way or $37.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Putney and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny near Williston.
Stop Ideas Near Sharon
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 Sharon.
White River Junction
Randolph station
Windsor station
Rutland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Putney and Williston. Straight-line distance: 104.69 mi (168.48 km).
#1 Putney
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 2,438 |
| Coordinates | 42.9748000, -72.5217600 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williston
Town in Vermont, United States
| Population | 10,263 |
| Coordinates | 44.4375500, -73.0681800 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Williston Road (-73.068146, 44.437532)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $18.66 | $37.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $21.08 | $42.16 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $22.98 | $45.96 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $28.37 | $56.73 |
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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