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 Westminster, VT
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
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6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Westminster, VT
AXP Photography
Trip Overview
Spanning 57.6 miles across Southern Vermont, this drive from Bennington to Westminster is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. You will navigate a combination of Vermont Route 9 and I-91 to reach your destination. This route offers a practical connection between two Northeast towns, providing a reliable path for travelers looking to move efficiently through the region.
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
28.8 miles from Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 66% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You begin on Vermont Route 9 before transitioning to the interstate, which facilitates a steady pace for the majority of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 17.5 miles on Vermont Route 9, allowing you to settle into a consistent rhythm behind the wheel. Expect the personality of the road to shift from local state routes to the more structured environment of I-91 as you progress toward Westminster. It is a functional drive designed for steady movement rather than a technical or winding experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 9 and Vermont Route 9 East. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 9 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bennington, VT to Westminster, VT is easy. At 1h 32m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 9 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 9 / Main Street
Depart onto VT 9 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
38.9 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
39.4 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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I 91
Merge onto I 91
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
48.1 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Putney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4
Toward US 5: Putney
5
48.3 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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Putney Landing Road
Turn left onto Putney Landing Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 9 | 17.5 mi | 27m |
| Vermont Route 9 East | 11.7 mi | 19m |
| I 91 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Bellows Falls Road | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| Marlboro Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 9
— 17.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, VT and Westminster, VT.
1
Start on VT 9
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on VT 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodford Road
3
Continue on VT 9
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Vermont Route 9
4
Continue on VT 9
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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West Main Street
5
Continue on VT 9; VT 100
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Vermont Route 9 East
6
Continue on VT 9
4.2 mi
·
7 min
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Marlboro Road
7
Continue on VT 9
1.7 mi
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4 min
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Western Avenue
8
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 91
8.7 mi
·
10 min
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I 91
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 5: Putney
11
Turn left onto Putney Landing Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Putney Landing Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
13
Continue on US 5
8.1 mi
·
11 min
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Bellows Falls Road
14
Turn slight left onto School Street
71 ft
·
3 sec
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School Street
15
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 57.6-mile trip in one go without needing to plan for intermediate stops. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto I-91, as the $9 cost estimate assumes a direct route. Because the highway portion makes up a significant share of your travel, stay alert for changing traffic patterns when you transition from the state route to the interstate. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in Westminster with precision, as you will likely reach your destination well ahead of schedule.
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 28.8 miles from Bennington, VT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.5 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 57.6 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.8 miles or 48m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westminster, 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 57.6 miles and 1h 32m.
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 Vermont Route 9 for about 17.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Bennington, VT · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Westminster, VT
The final approach into Westminster, 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 Westminster, 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
$9.22 one way
$18.44 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $10.11 | $20.21 |
| premium | $4.83 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.80 | $25.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Westminster, VT
Night in Westminster 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
1h 32m 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 Westminster, VT covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 9, Vermont Route 9 East, I 91. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 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 $9.22 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.
The drive from Bennington, VT to Westminster, VT is easy. At 1h 32m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (VT 9 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 39.4 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bennington, VT to Westminster, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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