Origin
Bennington, VT
Morning in Bennington on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bennington, VT to Bellows Falls, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
62.4 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Bellows Falls, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bennington, VT to Bellows Falls, VT covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, Vermont Route 9, Vermont Route 9 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.2 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.05 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.
Midpoint
31.2 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 62.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 35m highway drive covering 62.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and Vermont Route 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.2 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 9. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 9 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bennington, VT to Bellows Falls, VT is easy. At 1h 35m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 9 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 9 / Main Street
Depart onto VT 9 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
38.9 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
3
39.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
5
59.5 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 5 / U.S. Route 5
At end of road, turn left onto US 5 / U.S. Route 5
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 Bennington, VT and Bellows Falls, VT, road signs point toward Westminster and Walpole New Hampshire.
Westminster
58.6 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Walpole New Hampshire
58.6 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 19.2 mi | 22m |
| Vermont Route 9 | 17.5 mi | 27m |
| Vermont Route 9 East | 11.7 mi | 19m |
| Marlboro Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Western Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 19.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Bellows Falls, VT.
1
Start on VT 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on VT 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodford Road
3
Continue on VT 9
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Vermont Route 9
4
Continue on VT 9
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
5
Continue on VT 9; VT 100
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 9 East
6
Continue on VT 9
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Marlboro Road
7
Continue on VT 9
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Avenue
8
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 91
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 5
Toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
11
Merge onto Westminster Street
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Westminster Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 5
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 5
13
Continue on US 5
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Westminster Street
14
Continue on US 5
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Westminster Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 5
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.2 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.2 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 14 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.2 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellows Falls, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bennington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennington, VT
This is one driving day of about 62.4 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Bennington, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 19.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from Bennington, VT · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bellows Falls, VT
The final approach into Bellows Falls, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.05 one way
$20.09 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.05 | $22.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Bellows Falls, VT
Morning in Bellows Falls on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Guilford, VT
31 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
18 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
1h 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 Bennington, VT to Bellows Falls, VT covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Vermont Route 9, Vermont Route 9 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 miles from Bennington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bennington, VT to Bellows Falls, VT is easy. At 1h 35m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 9 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Between Bennington, VT and Bellows Falls, VT, road signs point toward Westminster and Walpole New Hampshire.
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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