How far is Randolph, VT from Williston, VT?
The driving distance from Randolph, VT to Williston, VT is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
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.
Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Randolph and Williston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randolph and Williston.
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Start on North Main Street
840 ft · 17 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Central Street
723 ft · 25 sec · Central Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Street
2283 ft · 45 sec · Central Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 66
2.2 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 66
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Turn left onto I 89 North: Barre, Montpelier
1685 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
46.9 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Richmond, Williston
1914 ft · 50 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 Randolph 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
46.9 mi · 00h 54m
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 Mostly Cloudy leaving Randolph 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 Randolph to Williston?
The road trip is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Montpelier is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Randolph and 26.8 miles from Williston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.46 one way or $14.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Randolph and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny near Williston.
Stop Ideas Near Montpelier
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 Montpelier.
Montpelier station
Waterbury
Randolph station
Essex Junction station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Randolph and Williston. Straight-line distance: 40.63 mi (65.39 km).
#1 Randolph
Town in Vermont
| Population | 4,558 |
| Coordinates | 43.9250700, -72.6659400 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| 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: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $7.46 | $14.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.42 | $16.85 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.33 | $22.67 |
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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