Trip from Bennington, VT to Hardwick, VT

Drive Time

3h 36m

Distance

145.7 mi

235 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 24m ★

6 AM

3h 37m

8 AM

4h 2m

10 AM

3h 45m

12 PM

3h 43m

3 PM

3h 47m

5 PM

4h 0m

8 PM

3h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bennington, VT

Andrea Davis

Trip Overview

Spanning 145.7 miles through the heart of Vermont, this trek from Bennington to Hardwick typically takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because the route is compact, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $23 for fuel, making this a budget-friendly way to traverse the state. The drive transitions from the southwestern corner of the Northeast region toward the northern reaches, offering a straightforward path for those looking to cross Vermont efficiently. While the journey is manageable in one go, you have the flexibility to add a stop to break up the drive if you prefer a more leisurely pace.

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

72.9 miles from Bennington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 92% of this route relies on major thoroughfares like U.S. Route 7, I-89, and Vermont Route 14 North. You will start with a notable 51.6-mile stretch on U.S. Route 7, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The road personality shifts from the high-speed flow of the interstate to the more controlled pace of Vermont Route 14 North as you approach Hardwick. Navigating this mix of fast highway stretches and local state roads requires you to stay alert during the transition points. Overall, the drive feels purposeful and efficient, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination without the fatigue of constant, winding backroads.

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 51.6 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 0.6 miles in near US 7 / North Street.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 145.7 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 0.6 miles (US 7 / North Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.1 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 89.3 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 7 / North Street

Merge onto US 7 / North Street

Merge point - match speed before joining

2.1 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 7 / U.S. Route 7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

89.3 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in

Turn left toward I 89 North

Navigation decision point

Toward I 89 North

117.4 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in

Take the exit toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 7 Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre

118.9 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | Berlin State Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Bennington, VT to Hardwick, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.

Barre

117.4 mi in | ~2h 51m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
U.S. Route 7	51.6 mi	1h 16m
I 89	27.6 mi	31m
Vermont Route 14 North	18.9 mi	28m
Vermont Route 100	10.7 mi	16m
U.S. Route 4 East	9.3 mi	14m
Vermont Route 107	8.6 mi	13m
U.S. Route 2	4.5 mi	7m
River Street	4.2 mi	7m

Longest stretch: U.S. Route 7 — 51.6 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Hardwick, VT.

Start on VT 9

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto Depot Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Depot Street

Merge onto US 7

0.3 mi · 47 sec · North Street

Continue on US 7

1.0 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7 North

Merge onto US 7; VT 279

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Bennington Bypass

Keep slight right at fork onto US 7

52 mi · 1 hr 16 min · U.S. Route 7

Continue on US 4; US 7

1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto US 4

1.2 mi · 2 min · Woodstock Avenue

Continue on US 4

9.3 mi · 14 min · U.S. Route 4 East

Turn slight left onto VT 100

11 mi · 16 min · Vermont Route 100

Continue on VT 107

6.7 mi · 10 min · Vermont Route 107

Continue on VT 107

3.4 mi · 5 min · River Street

Turn right onto VT 107

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on VT 107

2.0 mi · 3 min · Vermont Route 107

Turn left

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 89 North

Merge onto I 89

28 mi · 31 min · I 89

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 7 Toward VT 62 East: Berlin, Barre

Continue on VT 62

1.3 mi · 1 min · Vermont Route 62

Keep slight right at fork onto Berlin State Highway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Berlin State Highway

Turn left onto US 302

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Barre-Montpelier Road

Continue on US 302

0.8 mi · 1 min · River Street

Enter roundabout onto US 2

5 ft · 0 sec · River Street

Continue on US 2

97 ft · 1 sec · River Street

Merge onto US 2

0.4 mi · 47 sec · East Montpelier Road

Continue on US 2

4.5 mi · 7 min · U.S. Route 2

Turn left onto VT 14

19 mi · 28 min · Vermont Route 14 North

Continue on VT 14

0.5 mi · 53 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto VT 14; VT 15

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Wolcott Street

Turn right onto West Church Street

234 ft · 11 sec · West Church Street

Turn right onto Highland Avenue

247 ft · 11 sec · Highland Avenue

Turn right onto Daniels Road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Daniels Road

Turn slight right

78 ft · 5 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour and 36-minute journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid midday traffic fluctuations on the busier segments. Since you only have one planned stop, use that time strategically to refuel or stretch your legs before tackling the final leg on Vermont Route 14 North. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $23 estimated cost can shift depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local station prices. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure to suit your preference for morning light or afternoon arrival. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prepare for the transition from high-speed interstate travel to the slower, localized speed limits of state roads to ensure a smooth arrival in Hardwick.

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 72.9 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 1h 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.6 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 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.9 miles or 1h 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 2h 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hardwick, 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.

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 145.7 miles and 3h 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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on U.S. Route 7 for about 51.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.9 mi from Bennington, VT · 1h 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wilton, NY

73 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

Rome, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wilton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hardwick, VT

The final approach into Hardwick, 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 Hardwick, 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

$23.32 one way

$46.65 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$25.57	$51.13
premium	$4.83	$27.69	$55.39
diesel	$5.64	$32.37	$64.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	43.7	$15.30	$6.99
Efficient EV	36.4	$12.75	$5.83
EV Truck/SUV	58.3	$20.40	$9.32

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bennington, VT

Night in Bennington on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hardwick, VT

Night in Hardwick on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Wilton, NY

73 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

7 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 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 Hardwick, VT covers 145.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m 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, Vermont Route 14 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 72.9 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 $23.32 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.

On the drive from Bennington, VT to Hardwick, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Barre along the way.

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