Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Irasburg, VT

Drive Time

3h 7m

Distance

158 mi

254 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 56m ★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m

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

Downtown Brattleboro, VT, VT

Brattleboro, VT

James Mirakian

Trip Overview

Traveling from Brattleboro to Irasburg covers 158 miles of Vermont’s landscape, typically taking about 3 hours and 7 minutes. Since this trip is manageable within a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $25 on fuel, making this an efficient way to traverse the state from south to north. The journey relies heavily on I-91, keeping you within the Northeast region for the duration of the trip. Whether you are heading up for a weekend getaway or a quick visit, this route offers a straightforward path between these two Vermont towns.

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

79 miles from Brattleboro, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 99% of this journey is spent on major roads. The vast majority of your time—152.2 miles—is dedicated to the long, consistent stretch along I-91. After maintaining that steady pace on the interstate, you will transition onto Western Avenue and Vermont Route 58 East for the final leg of the drive. While the interstate portion is efficient and fast, the character of the road shifts once you exit, leading you through the final approach into Irasburg. It is a functional, high-speed transit that prioritizes progress over technical, winding backroads.

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.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 152.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Vermont Route 58 East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 7m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 5 / Canal Street

Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Church Street

Turn right onto Church Street

Navigation decision point

5
1.7 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 91

Merge onto I 91

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
6
154 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward US 5, VT 58: Orleans, Irasburg

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

Exit 26 Toward US 5, VT 58: Orleans, Irasburg
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154.2 mi into trip | ~3h 1m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 91 152.2 mi 2h 55m
Vermont Route 58 East 3.3 mi 5m
Western Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
U.S. Route 5 0.4 mi <1m
Green Street 0.3 mi 1m
Elliot Street 0.1 mi <1m
Main Street <0.1 mi <1m
Church Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 91 — 152.2 mi, about 2h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

110 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto US 5

54 ft · 3 sec · Canal Street
3

Turn left onto US 5

504 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
4

Turn left onto Elliot Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Elliot Street
5

Turn right onto Church Street

357 ft · 15 sec · Church Street
6

Turn slight left onto Green Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Green Street
7

Continue on VT 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · Western Avenue
8

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
9

Merge onto I 91

152 mi · 2 hr 55 min · I 91
Use the none lane.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 26 Toward US 5, VT 58: Orleans, Irasburg
11

Keep slight right at fork

292 ft · 7 sec
12

Turn straight onto US 5; VT 58

0.4 mi · 44 sec · U.S. Route 5
13

Turn left onto VT 58

3.3 mi · 5 min · Vermont Route 58 East
14

At end of road, turn left onto VT 14

16 ft · 0 sec · Vermont Route 14
15

Arrive at destination

VT 14

Trip Plan

Since the drive is just over three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever suits you best. You only need to plan for one scheduled stop to break up the long interstate stretch, which helps keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Given the reliance on I-91, keep an eye on traffic reports to avoid any potential delays on this primary corridor. Budgeting $25 for fuel is a safe estimate, but always check current local prices before you head out. Prioritize a quick mid-trip break during your 152.2-mile stretch on I-91 to ensure you arrive at your destination in Irasburg feeling refreshed.

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 79 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.2 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 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 79 miles or 1h 34m 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 32m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, VT

This is one driving day of about 158 miles and 3h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brattleboro, 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 91 for about 152.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 79 mi from Brattleboro, VT · 1h 34m into the drive

Downtown Peru, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peru, NY

79 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

Peru, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Peru, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.2 miles.

Arriving in Irasburg, VT

The final approach into Irasburg, 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 Irasburg, VT.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.29 one way

$50.58 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $27.72 $55.45
premium $4.83 $30.03 $60.06
diesel $5.64 $35.10 $70.20

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: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 47.4 0 $16.59 $7.58
Efficient EV 39.5 0 $13.83 $6.32
EV Truck/SUV 63.2 0 $22.12 $10.11

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

Brattleboro, VT

Night in Brattleboro on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Irasburg, VT

Night in Irasburg on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Peru, NY

79 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

15 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

3h 7m 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 Brattleboro, VT to Irasburg, VT covers 158 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Vermont Route 58 East, Western Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79 miles from Brattleboro, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.29 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 7m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 5 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 91): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brattleboro, VT to Irasburg, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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