Origin
Bennington, VT
Night in Bennington on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bennington, VT to Berkshire, VT
Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
171.5 mi
276 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 9m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Berkshire, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Spanning 171.5 miles from Bennington to Berkshire, this Vermont road trip typically takes about 4 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Because the total duration is manageable, you can easily tackle this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $27 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively budget-friendly venture through the Northeast. You will primarily navigate via U.S. Route 7 and I-89, transitioning between local roads and faster highway segments. Whether you are heading north for a weekend getaway or a quick change of scenery, this route offers a straightforward path across the state.
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
85.8 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with about 65% of your travel time spent on major routes like I-89 and U.S. Route 7. You will find a blend of fast-paced interstate travel and slower stretches, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 54.8 miles on U.S. Route 7. While the interstate sections allow you to maintain a steady speed, the transition to local stretches requires more attention to changing road conditions. Behind the wheel, the character of the journey shifts from wide, open lanes to tighter, more direct paths as you move through different parts of Vermont. It is a functional, efficient drive that balances consistent momentum with the reality of navigating regional infrastructure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Route 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and I 89. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 119.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 171.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 119.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.4 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
119.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right / right lanes.
Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
6
121 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
5
121.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
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I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
147.1 mi into trip
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~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
5
147.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
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VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Turn right onto VT 104 / Fairfax Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bennington, VT to Berkshire, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.
Saint Albans
119.5 mi in
|
~3h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 54.8 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 89 | 25.8 mi | 30m |
| U.S. Route 7 North | 15.1 mi | 25m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| Vermont Route 105 | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Grove Street | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| North Pleasant Street | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.6 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 54.8 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Berkshire, VT.
1
Start on VT 9
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
3
Merge onto US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
4
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 North
5
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
52 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
U.S. Route 7
7
Continue on US 4; US 7
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on US 7
14 mi
·
23 min
·
U.S. Route 7 North
9
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Center Street
10
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Conant Square
11
Continue on US 7
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Grove Street
12
Continue on US 7
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
13
Continue on US 7; VT 125
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Court Street
14
Enter roundabout onto US 7
375 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Pleasant Street
15
Continue on US 7
10 mi
·
13 min
·
North Pleasant Street
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 7
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Route 7
17
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
18
Continue on US 7
6.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans
Use the slight right / right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 189
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 189
Toward I 89
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans
22
Merge onto I 89
26 mi
·
30 min
·
I 89
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward US 7, VT 36, VT 104: Saint Albans
24
Turn right onto VT 104
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairfax Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on VT 104
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Fisher Pond Road
26
Continue on VT 105
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sheldon Road
27
Continue on VT 105
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 105
28
Continue on VT 105
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Street
29
At end of road, turn left onto VT 105; VT 108
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
30
Turn slight right onto VT 105
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Elm Street
31
Turn left onto Water Tower Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Water Tower Road
32
Turn slight left onto Center Hill Road
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Hill Road
33
Arrive at destination
Center Hill Road
Trip Plan
To keep your 4-hour and 22-minute drive smooth, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic periods on the highway portions. Although the route is short enough to drive in one go, planning for at least one stop will help you break up the 171.5-mile journey and stay alert. Be mindful of your fuel gauge, as spending around $27 is a baseline; having a little extra buffer is always wise when traveling through Vermont's varying terrain. Since you are spending a significant portion of the trip on U.S. Route 7, keep a close eye on road signage during the 54.8-mile stretch to ensure you stay on track. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected road work or weather changes.
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 85.8 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 80 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.8 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berkshire, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bennington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 171.5 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bennington, 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 U.S. Route 7 for about 54.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.8 mi from Bennington, VT · 2h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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
Arriving in Berkshire, VT
The final approach into Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, 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
$27.45 one way
$54.91 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $30.09 | $60.19 |
| premium | $4.83 | $32.60 | $65.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.10 | $76.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.4 | 0 | $18.01 | $8.23 |
| Efficient EV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.01 | $6.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.6 | 0 | $24.01 | $10.98 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Berkshire, VT
Night in Berkshire on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
86 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 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 Bennington, VT to Berkshire, VT covers 171.5 miles and takes about 4h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 7, I 89, U.S. Route 7 North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.8 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 $27.45 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 171.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 119.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.4 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bennington, VT to Berkshire, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.
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