Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Night in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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1h 6m
Distance
37.6 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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Brattleboro, VT
James Mirakian
Londonderry, VT
Gupta Sahil
If you are looking to travel from Brattleboro to Londonderry, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 37.6 miles. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Vermont Route 30, West River Road, and Vermont Route 100 North. Budgeting roughly $6 for fuel is sufficient for the transit between these two Northeast locations. Because the drive is relatively short and efficient, it offers a practical way to traverse this section of Vermont without overextending your travel schedule.
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
18.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
This highway-focused route is defined by a 69% share of major road travel, keeping the pace consistent throughout your journey. You will spend the bulk of your time on Vermont Route 30, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.8 miles. While the drive maintains a steady flow, the transition between these primary roads means you won't be dealing with constant stop-and-go traffic. Expect a functional drive that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads. It is a reliable, predictable experience behind the wheel that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 30 and West River Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 6 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; near the start (US 5 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 5; VT 9 / Park Place): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 5; VT 9 / Park Place toward US 5 South
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto Middletown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn sharp right onto VT 11 / Vermont Route 11
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 30 | 21.8 mi | 37m |
| West River Road | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Vermont Route 100 North | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Middletown Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Linden Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Park Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Putney Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Londonderry, VT.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 5
Turn left onto US 5
Continue on US 5; VT 9
Turn left onto US 5; VT 9
Continue on VT 30
Continue on VT 30
Continue on VT 30
Continue on VT 30
Turn right onto VT 100
Continue on Middletown Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Middletown Road
Turn sharp right onto VT 11
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule without needing to worry about complex pacing. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops, as the duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your time will be spent on the highway, so stay alert as you transition between the primary segments of the route. Because you are only looking at a $6 fuel expense, you can easily top off your tank in Brattleboro before you leave to ensure a stress-free arrival in Londonderry. Use this efficiency to your advantage by focusing on a direct transit rather than searching for rest areas along the way.
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.
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 37.6 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.8 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Londonderry, VT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, VT
This is one driving day of about 37.6 miles and 1h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from Brattleboro, VT · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Londonderry, 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 Londonderry, VT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| premium | $4.83 | $7.15 | $14.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.35 | $16.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Londonderry on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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