How far is South Burlington, VT from Wilder, VT?
The driving distance from South Burlington, VT to Wilder, VT is about 92.8 miles (149.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.6 miles (112 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 01h 50m.
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 Orange County, Vermont, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Burlington and Wilder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Burlington and Wilder.
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Start on Williston Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Williston Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 89 South: Montpelier
1172 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
88 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
1351 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 91 North
2678 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Wilder
1519 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Bugbee Street
1685 ft · 36 sec · Bugbee Street
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Turn left onto Hartford Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Hartford Avenue
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Turn right onto Depot Street
42 m · 5 sec · Depot Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Burlington and Wilder.
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 South
Merge slight left
88 mi · 01h 42m
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 Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy leaving South Burlington and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Wilder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Burlington to Wilder?
The road trip is about 92.8 miles (149.3 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Williamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.3 miles from South Burlington and 46.5 miles from Wilder.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.6 miles (112 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.98 one way or $27.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy around South Burlington and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Wilder.
Stop Ideas Near Williamstown
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 Williamstown.
Montpelier station
Randolph station
Waterbury
White River Junction
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Burlington and Wilder. Straight-line distance: 69.59 mi (112 km).
#1 South Burlington
City in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA
| Population | 19,578 |
| Coordinates | 44.4669900, -73.1709600 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilder
Sited on the western banks of the Connecticut River in eastern Vermont, this unincorporated village is governed as part of the town of Hartford within Windsor County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.6728500, -72.3087000 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilder (-72.3087, 43.67285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.28 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.84 | $15.84 | $31.68 |
| Premium | $5.28 | $17.28 | $34.56 |
| Diesel | $6.32 | $20.65 | $41.30 |
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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