Origin
Albany, NY
Late night in Albany on Friday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
268.8 mi
433 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, NY
Dom Bucci
Trip Overview
The drive from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY covers 268.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Avenue, Central Avenue, Henry Johnson Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.4 miles from Albany, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 22m. Total distance: 268.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 22m drive with frequent turns across 268.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Avenue | — | — |
| Central Avenue | — | — |
| Henry Johnson Boulevard | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| NY 98 | — | — |
| Oak Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Washington Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Bennington, NY.
1
Start on the route
30 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
3
Keep slight right to continue on Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Central Avenue
4
Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Henry Johnson Boulevard
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 90: Buffalo, Boston
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 West
7
Merge slight left
5.1 mi
·
6 min
8
Keep slight left
242 mi
·
4 hr 39 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward NY 98: Batavia
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 98: Batavia
10
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
11
Turn left onto Oak Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Main Street
240 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Continue on Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
15
Continue on Alexander Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Alexander Road
16
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Street
17
Continue on Alexander Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Alexander Road
18
Turn straight onto Market Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Market Street
19
Continue on High Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
High Street
20
Turn slight right
203 ft
·
7 sec
21
Turn straight onto Attica-Bennington Highway
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Attica-Bennington Highway
22
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Main Street
23
Continue on Clinton Street
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Clinton Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.4 miles from Albany, NY, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 59 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.4 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennington, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Albany, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albany, NY
This is one driving day of about 268.8 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Albany, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.4 mi from Albany, NY · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.4 miles from Albany, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennington, NY
The final approach into Bennington, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bennington, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.25 one way
$88.49 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $47.84 | $95.69 |
| premium | $4.92 | $52.10 | $104.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.35 | $118.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.22 | $12.90 |
| Efficient EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.52 | $10.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.5 | 1 | $37.63 | $17.20 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bennington, NY
Late night in Bennington on Friday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Whitesboro, NY
134 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY covers 268.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Avenue, Central Avenue, Henry Johnson Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.4 miles from Albany, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Albany, NY to Bennington, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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