Origin
Bennington, VT
Afternoon in Bennington on Wednesday
Local time
2:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
89.4 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
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Bridport, VT
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Spanning 89.4 miles across Vermont, this journey from Bennington to Bridport is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes to complete. Because the route is compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend about $14 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly option for your Northeast travels. By sticking to local roads like West Road, Farmers Inn Road, and Bayer Road, you avoid the monotony of major interstates entirely. It is a practical choice if you prefer navigating the heart of the state rather than sticking to high-speed corridors.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you will be navigating winding stretches rather than cruising on wide, multi-lane roads. The personality of the trip is defined by the transition through local Vermont passages, where the pace is dictated by the curves of West Road, Farmers Inn Road, and Bayer Road. You will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, so prepare for a drive that requires constant engagement. It is a classic example of a back-road transit that prioritizes local connectivity over pure speed.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 67 and Vermont Route 22A North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near Farmers Inn Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (Farmers Inn Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (Bayer Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (CR 102 / Mapletown Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Farmers Inn Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Bayer Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto CR 102 / Mapletown Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto NY 67; NY 22
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 67 | 35.4 mi | 52m |
| Vermont Route 22A North | 27 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 22A | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| West Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 22 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Mapletown Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Johnson Hill Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Bridport, VT.
Start on VT 9
Turn right onto VT 9
Continue on NY 7
Turn right onto Farmers Inn Road
Turn left onto Bayer Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 102
Continue on CR 102
Turn right onto NY 22
At end of road, turn left onto NY 67; NY 22
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149
Continue on NY 22A
Continue on VT 22A
Turn slight left onto VT 22A
Turn right onto VT 22A
Continue on Vermont Route 22A North
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour and 19-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure whenever it suits your schedule best. Since there are no designated stops on this 89.4-mile path, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Bennington to cover the $14 estimate without needing to hunt for gas stations along the way. Because the route is composed entirely of local roads, stay alert for frequent turns and changing road conditions that aren't typical of major thoroughfares. Taking a relaxed pace is your best strategy for navigating these winding sections comfortably. If you prefer to avoid potential traffic, consider timing your departure during mid-morning or early afternoon hours.
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.
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 80 miles or 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 1h 10m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridport, VT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bennington, 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 Bennington, VT
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 2h 19m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.7 mi from Bennington, VT · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bridport, 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 Bridport, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.39 one way
$28.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.84 | $31.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.12 | $34.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.82 | $3.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.52 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Bennington on Wednesday
Local time
2:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Bridport on Wednesday
Local time
2:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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