How far is Westminster, VT from Montpelier, VT?
The driving distance from Westminster, VT to Montpelier, VT is about 97.6 miles (157 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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.
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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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 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, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Sunny
Patchy Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westminster and Montpelier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster and Montpelier.
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Start on School Street
22 m · 11 sec · School Street
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Turn sharp left onto U.S. Route 5
2.3 mi · 3 min · U.S. Route 5
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Turn left onto Westminster Street
1 km · 50 sec · Westminster Street
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Take the exit right
1746 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
40.9 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North
1257 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Montpelier
1209 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Memorial Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1103 ft · 22 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Westminster and Montpelier.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 89 North
Merge slight left
52.3 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Westminster and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Montpelier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Westminster to Montpelier?
The road trip is about 97.6 miles (157 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Jericho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Westminster and 48.4 miles from Montpelier.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.57 one way or $27.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Westminster and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Montpelier.
Stop Ideas Near Jericho
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 Jericho.
White River Junction
Windsor station
Randolph station
Claremont
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westminster and Montpelier. Straight-line distance: 82.58 mi (132.9 km).
#1 Westminster
Town in Vermont, USA
| Population | 2,952 |
| Coordinates | 43.0678600, -72.4587000 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montpelier
Capital of Vermont, United States and seat of Washington County
| Population | 7,328 |
| Coordinates | 44.2600600, -72.5753900 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-72.575417, 44.260072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.57 | $27.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.33 | $30.66 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $20.63 | $41.26 |
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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