How far is Woodstock, VT from Colchester, VT?
The driving distance from Woodstock, VT to Colchester, VT is about 90.2 miles (145.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.8 miles (114 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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 02h 04m.
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 Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodstock and Colchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodstock and Colchester.
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Start on the route
50 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto Court Street
81 m · 13 sec · Court Street
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Turn right onto The Green
104 m · 12 sec · The Green
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Turn slight right onto Elm Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Elm Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Barnard Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Barnard Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 12
11 mi · 19 min · Vermont Route 12
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Continue on Creek Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto River Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · River Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Vermont Route 107
2 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 107
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Turn left onto I 89 North
2024 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
55.7 mi · 1 hr 4 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
57 m · 7 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto River Road
1.3 km · 1 min · River Road
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Continue on Vermont Route 117
2.8 mi · 4 min · Vermont Route 117
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Continue on River Road
2 mi · 3 min · River Road
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Turn right onto Vermont Route 289
4.5 mi · 7 min · Vermont Route 289
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Colchester Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Colchester Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Road
30 m · 3 sec · East Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodstock and Colchester.
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
55.7 mi · 01h 04m
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 Woodstock and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Colchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodstock to Colchester?
The road trip is about 90.2 miles (145.1 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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 45 miles from Woodstock and 45.1 miles from Colchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.8 miles (114 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 2:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.55 one way or $25.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Woodstock and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Colchester.
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 Woodstock and Colchester. Straight-line distance: 70.81 mi (113.96 km).
#1 Woodstock
County seat of Windsor County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 2,911 |
| Coordinates | 43.6242400, -72.5184300 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colchester
Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 17,102 |
| Coordinates | 44.5439400, -73.1479100 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
End: Colchester (-73.14791, 44.54394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.55 | $25.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $15.45 | $30.90 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $19.07 | $38.14 |
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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