Origin
Bennington, VT
Late night in Bennington on Monday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bennington, VT to Fair Haven, VT
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
61.4 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Fair Haven, VT
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Bennington to Fair Haven, you are looking at a straightforward 61.4-mile journey across Vermont. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 36 minutes behind the wheel for this trip. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can anticipate a fuel cost of approximately $10, making it an affordable option for your travel budget. Since both towns are located within the Northeast, you will remain in the familiar terrain of the region throughout the entire duration.
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
30.7 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 81% of your time spent on main roads like NY 67, State Highway 22A, and West Road. You will settle into a steady rhythm on NY 67, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch of the drive at 35.4 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, offering a practical highway-focused experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. As you transition between these primary routes, the character of the drive remains predictable and efficient. It is a functional path designed for getting you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 67 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 67 and State Highway 22A. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near Farmers Inn Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 7 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Farmers Inn Road
Turn right onto Farmers Inn Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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Bayer Road
Turn left onto Bayer Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.4 mi into trip
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~11m in
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CR 102 / Mapletown Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 102 / Mapletown Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.8 mi into trip
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~19m in
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NY 67; NY 22
At end of road, turn left onto NY 67; NY 22
Navigation decision point
4
46.2 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 67 | 35.4 mi | 52m |
| 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 |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NY 67
— 35.4 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Fair Haven, VT.
1
Start on VT 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto VT 9
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
West Road
3
Continue on NY 7
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
NY 7
4
Turn right onto Farmers Inn Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmers Inn Road
5
Turn left onto Bayer Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bayer Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto CR 102
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Mapletown Road
7
Continue on CR 102
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Johnson Hill Road
8
Turn right onto NY 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 22
9
At end of road, turn left onto NY 67; NY 22
35 mi
·
52 min
·
NY 67; NY 22
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
11
Continue on NY 22A
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 22A
12
Continue on VT 22A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
13
Turn left onto North Park Place
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Park Place
14
Arrive at destination
North Park Place
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans. You will not need to worry about planning formal stops, as the entire trip takes under two hours, allowing you to reach Fair Haven quickly. Keep in mind that with no official stops built into the itinerary, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Bennington to cover the estimated $10 cost comfortably. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, stay alert during the long 35.4-mile stretch on NY 67 to maintain focus. Making this a quick, direct trip allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than on the road.
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 30.7 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.4 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 61.4 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.7 miles or 49m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fair Haven, 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 61.4 miles and 1h 36m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NY 67 for about 35.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.7 mi from Bennington, VT · 49m 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 61.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fair Haven, VT
The final approach into Fair Haven, 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 Fair Haven, 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
$9.83 one way
$19.66 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.77 | $21.55 |
| premium | $4.83 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
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: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Fair Haven, VT
Late night in Fair Haven on Monday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
6 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 36m 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 Fair Haven, VT covers 61.4 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 67, State Highway 22A, West Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.7 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 $9.83 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
The route from Bennington, VT to Fair Haven, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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