Trip from Bennington, VT to Johnson, VT

Drive Time

3h 51m

Distance

156.7 mi

252 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 39m ★

6 AM

3h 52m

8 AM

4h 17m

10 AM

4h 0m

12 PM

3h 58m

3 PM

4h 2m

5 PM

4h 16m

8 PM

3h 44m

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

Johnson, VT

Andrea Davis

Trip Overview

Connecting Bennington to Johnson, this 156.7-mile journey through Vermont takes approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively manageable, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $25 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. You will rely on a combination of U.S. Route 7, I-89, and Vermont Route 100 to navigate between these two Northeast locations. It is a straightforward route, ideal for those who prefer a highway-focused drive over navigating complex local backroads.

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

78.4 miles from Bennington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip that leans heavily on faster transit, with 83% of the journey spent on highways. The road's personality shifts as you transition between major arteries, anchored by a significant 51.6-mile stretch along U.S. Route 7. While you will spend much of your time at highway speeds, the mix of roads ensures the character of the drive remains varied rather than monotonous. You will find that the flow of traffic is generally consistent, making it a predictable experience for any driver. Staying focused is key during the longer highway segments, as the transition between these major routes requires careful navigation.

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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 7 / North Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 51m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 130.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 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

130.7 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Take the exit toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

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

Exit 10 Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

131 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in | VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

Turn right onto VT 100 / Vermont Route 100

Navigation decision point

152.1 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in | VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West

Enter roundabout onto VT 15 / Vermont Route 15 West

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Towns Along This Route

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

Stowe

130.7 mi in | ~3h 7m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
U.S. Route 7	51.6 mi	1h 16m
I 89	41 mi	47m
Vermont Route 100	10.8 mi	16m
U.S. Route 4 East	9.3 mi	14m
Vermont Route 107	8.6 mi	13m
Waterbury Stowe Road	6.1 mi	10m
Vermont Route 15 West	5.9 mi	8m
Laporte Road	4.6 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 Johnson, 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

41 mi · 47 min · I 89

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 10 Toward VT 100: Waterbury, Stowe

Turn right onto VT 100

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Vermont Route 100

Continue on VT 100

6.1 mi · 10 min · Waterbury Stowe Road

Continue on VT 100

2.2 mi · 3 min · Waterbury Road

Continue on VT 100

1.3 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

Continue on VT 100

0.7 mi · 1 min · Maple Street

Continue on VT 100

0.9 mi · 1 min · Pucker Street

Continue on VT 100

1.8 mi · 2 min · Pucker Street

Continue on VT 100

4.6 mi · 7 min · Laporte Road

Continue on VT 100 ALT

1.6 mi · 3 min · Vermont Route 100 Bypass

Enter roundabout onto VT 15; VT 100

169 ft · 3 sec · Vermont Route 15 West

Continue on VT 15; VT 100

1.8 mi · 2 min · Vermont Route 15 West

Enter roundabout onto VT 15

144 ft · 3 sec · Vermont Route 15 West

Continue on VT 15

4.0 mi · 5 min · Vermont Route 15 West

Continue on VT 15

0.6 mi · 57 sec · Lower Main Street East

Turn left onto Railroad Street

7 ft · 0 sec · Railroad Street

Arrive at destination

Railroad Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a one-day trip, aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time in Johnson. You only have one planned stop on the itinerary, so use that break wisely to stretch your legs and refuel. Given the $25 fuel estimate, filling up before you leave Bennington will keep your trip logistics simple and stress-free. Pay close attention to the transition points between U.S. Route 7, I-89, and Vermont Route 100, as these junctions are where you will likely spend the most time navigating. Use the flexibility of this sub-four-hour drive to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected traffic on the highway portions.

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 78.4 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 2h 1m 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 78.4 miles or 2h 1m 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 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johnson, 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 156.7 miles and 3h 51m.

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 78.4 mi from Bennington, VT · 2h 1m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wilton, NY

78 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 78.4 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Johnson, VT

The final approach into Johnson, 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 Johnson, 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

$25.08 one way

$50.17 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$27.50	$54.99
premium	$4.83	$29.79	$59.57
diesel	$5.64	$34.81	$69.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47	$16.45	$7.52
Efficient EV	39.2	$13.71	$6.27
EV Truck/SUV	62.7	$21.94	$10.03

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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

Johnson, VT

Night in Johnson on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Wilton, NY

78 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

3 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 51m 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 Johnson, VT covers 156.7 miles and takes about 3h 51m 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 100. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 78.4 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 $25.08 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.

This is a straightforward 3h 51m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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

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