Trip from Berkshire, VT to Brattleboro, VT

Drive Time

4h

Distance

177.3 mi

285 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 48m ★
6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m

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

Downtown Berkshire, VT, VT

Berkshire, VT

Andrea Davis

Downtown Brattleboro, VT, VT

Brattleboro, VT

James Mirakian

Trip Overview

Spanning 177.3 miles across Vermont, this journey from Berkshire to Brattleboro typically takes about 4 hours of driving time. Because the route is categorized as highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeastern towns. The drive utilizes a combination of Vermont Route 108 South, I-89, and I-91 to navigate the state efficiently. Whether you are commuting or exploring, this straightforward path provides a reliable connection between the northern and southern reaches of the region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

88.7 miles from Berkshire, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by its efficiency, with 79% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, including a significant 63.1-mile stretch on I-89 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. While Vermont Route 108 South provides the initial transition, the character of the road quickly shifts to the steady, predictable pace of the interstate system. This is not a technical winding road, but rather a functional corridor designed for steady progress. Behind the wheel, you will experience a consistent flow that allows you to maintain momentum as you traverse the state from north to south.

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.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and I 91. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in near VT 108 / Main Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 24.6 miles (VT 108 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 114.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

4
24.6 mi into trip | ~40m in | VT 108 / Main Street

Enter roundabout onto VT 108 / Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
114.7 mi into trip | ~2h 44m in

Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River

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

Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
114.9 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
175.5 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in

Take the exit toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington

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

Exit 2 Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
5
177.3 mi into trip | ~4h in | US 5 / Canal Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

Between Berkshire, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.

Montpelier

51.4 mi in | ~1h 31m

White River

114.7 mi in | ~2h 44m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 89 63.1 mi 1h 12m
I 91 60.4 mi 1h 9m
Vermont Route 108 South 11.9 mi 20m
Mountain Road 6.5 mi 12m
Waterbury Stowe Road 6.1 mi 10m
West Enosburg Road 4.8 mi 7m
Water Tower Road 4.4 mi 10m
Main Street North 4.4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 89 — 63.1 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berkshire, VT and Brattleboro, VT.

1

Start on Center Hill Road

100 ft · 4 sec · Center Hill Road
2

Continue on Water Tower Road

4.4 mi · 10 min · Water Tower Road
3

Turn right onto VT 105

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Elm Street
4

Continue on VT 105; VT 108

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Main Street
5

Turn left onto VT 108

4.8 mi · 7 min · West Enosburg Road
6

Continue on VT 108

4.4 mi · 6 min · Main Street North
7

Continue on VT 108

3.7 mi · 5 min · Vermont Route 108 South
8

Continue on VT 108

2.4 mi · 3 min · Bakersfield Road
9

Continue on VT 108

4.1 mi · 6 min · Vermont Route 108 North
10

Enter roundabout onto VT 108

119 ft · 2 sec · Main Street
11

Continue on VT 108

0.3 mi · 52 sec · Main Street
12

Keep slight left at fork onto VT 108

0.6 mi · 1 min · Mill Street
13

Continue on VT 108

8.3 mi · 14 min · Vermont Route 108 South
14

Continue on VT 108

6.5 mi · 12 min · Mountain Road
15

Turn right onto Luce Hill Road

72 ft · 4 sec · Luce Hill Road
16

Continue on Luce Hill Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Luce Hill Road
17

Turn left onto Barrows Road

1.8 mi · 4 min · Barrows Road
18

At end of road, turn left onto Moscow Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Moscow Road
19

Turn right onto VT 100

0.9 mi · 1 min · Waterbury Road
20

Continue on VT 100

6.1 mi · 10 min · Waterbury Stowe Road
21

Continue on VT 100

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Vermont Route 100
22

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward I 89 South: Middlesex, Montpelier
23

Merge onto I 89

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · I 89
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
25

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
26

Merge onto I 91

60 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 91
27

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 2 Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
28

At end of road, turn left onto VT 9

0.7 mi · 1 min · Western Avenue
29

Continue on VT 9

0.4 mi · 1 min · High Street
30

At end of road, turn right onto US 5

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Main Street
31

At end of road, turn right onto US 5

54 ft · 1 sec · Canal Street
32

Turn right

110 ft · 8 sec
33

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Planning for this trip is simple thanks to its manageable duration, though you should account for at least one planned stop to break up the four-hour journey. Since the route relies heavily on I-89 and I-91, keep an eye on traffic patterns near larger interchanges to ensure your timing remains on track. Because the fuel cost is estimated at $28, filling up before you leave Berkshire or once you hit the interstate will keep your logistics straightforward. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the lack of complex navigation allows you to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Use that single allowed stop to stretch your legs after the longest 63.1-mile highway segment to stay refreshed for the final approach into Brattleboro.

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 88.7 miles from Berkshire, VT, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 88.7 miles or 2h 14m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brattleboro, VT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Berkshire, 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 Berkshire, VT

This is one driving day of about 177.3 miles and 4h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Berkshire, 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 I 89 for about 63.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88.7 mi from Berkshire, VT · 2h 14m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Addison, VT

89 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

Addison, VT

Fuel and coffee

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

Addison, VT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.7 miles from Berkshire, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 89 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.

Arriving in Brattleboro, VT

The final approach into Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, 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

$28.38 one way

$56.76 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $31.11 $62.22
premium $4.83 $33.70 $67.40
diesel $5.64 $39.39 $78.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 53.2 0 $18.62 $8.51
Efficient EV 44.3 0 $15.51 $7.09
EV Truck/SUV 70.9 0 $24.82 $11.35

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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

Berkshire, VT

Late night in Berkshire on Monday

Local time

1:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brattleboro, VT

Late night in Brattleboro on Monday

Local time

1:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

52°F

Addison, VT

89 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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Berkshire, VT to Brattleboro, VT covers 177.3 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, I 91, Vermont Route 108 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.7 miles from Berkshire, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.38 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 24.6 miles (VT 108 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 114.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Berkshire, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward Montpelier and White River.

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