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 Hartland, VT
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
87.6 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
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6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Hartland, VT
Marta Wave
Trip Overview
Spanning 87.6 miles across Vermont, this straightforward trek connects Bennington to Hartland in approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget about $14 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an economical choice for a regional getaway. Since both towns reside within the Northeast, you will experience consistent travel conditions throughout the journey. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick change of scenery, the route provides a reliable connection through the heart of the state.
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
43.8 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with 82% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a combination of I-91, U.S. Route 7, and Vermont Route 11/30 to complete the journey. The experience is defined by efficiency, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 25 miles while cruising on I-91. While you transition between different road types, the overall character remains practical and fast-paced. Expect a steady, predictable rhythm behind the wheel as you move through these primary Vermont transportation corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 25 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and U.S. Route 7. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 7 / North Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 7 / North Street
Merge onto US 7 / North Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
23.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward VT 11, VT 30
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward VT 11, VT 30
7
61.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Jun...
6
86.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bennington, VT to Hartland, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
White River Junction
61.2 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 25 mi | 28m |
| U.S. Route 7 | 21.2 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| Rockingham Road | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| Vermont Route 11 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Vermont Route 11 West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Simonsville Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 103 South | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 25 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Hartland, 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
21 mi
·
28 min
·
U.S. Route 7
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward VT 11, VT 30
8
Turn right onto VT 11; VT 30
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
9
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
10
Continue on VT 100; VT 11
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on VT 11
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Vermont Route 11
12
Continue on VT 11
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Simonsville Road
13
Continue on VT 11
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Vermont Route 11 West
14
Continue on VT 11
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on VT 103
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 103 South
16
Continue on VT 103
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockingham Road
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, White River Junction
18
Merge onto I 91
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 91
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 5, VT 12: Hartland, Windsor
20
Turn left onto US 5; VT 12
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 5
21
Arrive at destination
US 5; VT 12
Trip Plan
Given the quick 2-hour and 5-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic or personal preference. Since there are no designated stops required by the route data, you can easily manage the entire 87.6-mile distance in one go without fatigue. Make sure your tank is ready for the trip, keeping in mind the $14 fuel cost estimate. To make the most of your drive, prioritize keeping a steady pace on I-91, which accounts for the most significant portion of your travel time. This streamlined route is ideal for those who prefer getting to their destination quickly rather than lingering 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 43.8 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25 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 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 1h 5m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartland, 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 87.6 miles and 2h 5m.
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 I 91 for about 25 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.8 mi from Bennington, VT · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hartland, VT
The final approach into Hartland, 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 Hartland, 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
$14.02 one way
$28.05 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.37 | $30.74 |
| premium | $4.83 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.46 | $38.92 |
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: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.26 | $5.61 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hartland, VT
Night in Hartland on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
1 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
2h 5m 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 Hartland, VT covers 87.6 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, U.S. Route 7, Vermont Route 11 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.8 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 $14.02 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bennington, VT to Hartland, VT, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction along the way.
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