Origin
Bakersfield, VT
Morning in Bakersfield on Saturday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bakersfield, VT to Brattleboro, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
162.9 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bakersfield, VT
James Mirakian
Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bakersfield, VT to Brattleboro, VT covers 162.9 miles and takes about 3h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, I 91, Vermont Route 108 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.1 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.4 miles from Bakersfield, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 35m. Total distance: 162.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 35m highway drive covering 162.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 89 and I 91. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.1 miles on I 89.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near VT 108 / Vermont Route 108 South.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 162.9 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (VT 108 / Vermont Route 108 South): Navigation decision point; at 100.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 108 / Vermont Route 108 South
Turn right onto VT 108 / Vermont Route 108 South
Navigation decision point
5
100.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
100.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
161 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
5
162.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
|
US 5 / Canal Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bakersfield, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
Montpelier
36.9 mi in
|
~1h 5m
White River
100.2 mi in
|
~2h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 63.1 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 91 | 60.4 mi | 1h 9m |
| Vermont Route 108 South | 11.9 mi | 20m |
| Mountain Road | 6.5 mi | 12m |
| Waterbury Stowe Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 108 North | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Bakersfield Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Barrows Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bakersfield, VT and Brattleboro, VT.
1
Start on VT 36
368 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fairfield Road
2
Turn right onto VT 108
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 108 South
3
Continue on VT 108
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Bakersfield Road
4
Continue on VT 108
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 108 North
5
Enter roundabout onto VT 108
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on VT 108
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
7
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 108
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
8
Continue on VT 108
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Vermont Route 108 South
9
Continue on VT 108
6.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Mountain Road
10
Turn right onto Luce Hill Road
72 ft
·
4 sec
·
Luce Hill Road
11
Continue on Luce Hill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Luce Hill Road
12
Turn left onto Barrows Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Barrows Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto Moscow Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Moscow Road
14
Turn right onto VT 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Waterbury Road
15
Continue on VT 100
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Waterbury Stowe Road
16
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
17
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
18
Merge onto I 89
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 89
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
21
Merge onto I 91
60 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 91
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
23
At end of road, turn left onto VT 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
24
Continue on VT 9
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Canal Street
27
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
28
Arrive at 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 81.4 miles from Bakersfield, VT, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 miles.
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 36 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.4 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brattleboro, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bakersfield, VT 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 Bakersfield, VT
This is one driving day of about 162.9 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Bakersfield, VT.
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.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.4 mi from Bakersfield, VT · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.4 miles from Bakersfield, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.
Arriving in Brattleboro, VT
The final approach into Brattleboro, VT 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 Brattleboro, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.22 one way
$52.45 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $28.85 | $57.71 |
| premium | $4.86 | $31.19 | $62.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.97 | $71.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.10 | $7.82 |
| Efficient EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.81 | $10.43 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Brattleboro, VT
Morning in Brattleboro on Saturday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bakersfield, VT to Brattleboro, VT covers 162.9 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Vermont Route 108 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.4 miles from Bakersfield, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.22 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 162.9 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (VT 108 / Vermont Route 108 South): Navigation decision point; at 100.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Bakersfield, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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