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 Milton, VT
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
137.6 mi
221 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Milton, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bennington to Milton covers 137.6 miles of Vermont landscape, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes 3 hours and 35 minutes. Since the drive is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the trip, which remains entirely within the Northeast region. By utilizing U.S. Route 7 as your primary corridor, you can navigate between these two points with minimal navigation stress. This route is ideal for those who prioritize efficiency over wandering, as the infrastructure is designed for direct travel.
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
68.8 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience with 65% of your time spent on major routes like the Ethan Allen Highway. The road maintains a consistent feel, though you should prepare for a longest uninterrupted stretch of 59.1 miles on U.S. Route 7. While this isn't a technical, winding mountain pass, the transition from southern to northern Vermont keeps the driving rhythm steady. You will find that U.S. Route 7 North provides a reliable backbone for the duration of the trip. Behind the wheel, the character of the road is predictable and functional, allowing you to settle into a comfortable cruising speed.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 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 59.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and U.S. Route 7 North. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 137.6 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 16 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
|
I 89
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
131.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 17
Toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colc...
5
131.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bennington, VT to Milton, 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 | 59.1 mi | 1h 28m |
| U.S. Route 7 North | 15.1 mi | 25m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| Grove Street | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| North Pleasant Street | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| I 89 | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.6 mi | 13m |
| U.S. Route 7 South | 4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Milton, 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
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 89
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 17
Toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colchester
24
Keep slight left at fork
242 ft
·
12 sec
25
Turn left onto US 2
481 ft
·
16 sec
·
U.S. Route 2
26
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
U.S. Route 7
27
Turn straight onto Railroad Street
323 ft
·
10 sec
·
Railroad Street
28
Turn left onto River Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
River Street
29
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to depart early to avoid any midday traffic congestion. With only one scheduled stop planned, you have significant flexibility to pace the 137.6-mile drive according to your own needs. Because the route relies heavily on U.S. Route 7, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting the longest 59.1-mile stretch to ensure you don't run low between service points. Taking advantage of the single stop halfway through can help break up the 3-hour and 35-minute duration. Planning your rest break near the midpoint of the journey will keep you refreshed for the final approach into Milton.
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 68.8 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.1 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 68.8 miles or 1h 46m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milton, 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 137.6 miles and 3h 35m.
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 59.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.8 mi from Bennington, VT · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 Milton, VT
The final approach into Milton, 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 Milton, 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
$22.03 one way
$44.05 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $24.15 | $48.29 |
| premium | $4.83 | $26.15 | $52.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.57 | $61.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.45 | $6.60 |
| Efficient EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.04 | $5.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.81 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Milton, VT
Night in Milton on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
8 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 35m 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 Milton, VT covers 137.6 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 7, U.S. Route 7 North, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.8 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 $22.03 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 137.6 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 Milton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.
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