Bennington, VT Road Trips

With 25 routes heading out and 21 heading in, Bennington, VT works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 96 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Bennington, VT head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Downtown Bennington, VT, VT

Photo: Andrea Davis

Trip Routes

46

Longest Drive

171.5 mi

Berkshire, VT

Quickest Drive

39m

Manchester, VT

Plan Around Bennington, VT

Trips from Bennington, VT

Driving from Bennington, VT

On average, trips departing from Bennington, VT run 96 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 26m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 172 miles (4h 22m), while the shortest is just 25 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Bennington, VT are Berkshire, VT (171.5 mi, 4h 22m), Lyndon, VT (163.6 mi, 3h 33m), Johnson, VT (156.7 mi, 3h 51m), Hardwick, VT (145.7 mi, 3h 36m), and Milton, VT (137.6 mi, 3h 35m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in VT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 96-mile trip from Bennington, VT, budget about $15 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 25 mapped routes leaving Bennington, VT and 21 routes heading into Bennington, VT, covering 46 total connections. Distances range from 25 to 172 miles.

The longest mapped route from Bennington, VT covers 172 miles and takes approximately 4h 22m. Shorter options start at just 25 miles.

The average route from Bennington, VT runs about 96 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 26m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 96-mile trip from Bennington, VT costs roughly $15 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Bennington, VT include Berkshire, VT, Lyndon, VT, Johnson, VT and Hardwick, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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