Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Evening in Brattleboro on Thursday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Orleans County, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
156.6 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brattleboro, VT
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Orleans County, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brattleboro, VT to Orleans County, VT covers 156.6 miles and takes about 3h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 91, U.S. Route 5, Western Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 152.2 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
78.3 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 156.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 5m highway drive covering 156.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and U.S. Route 5. The longest continuous stretch is about 152.2 miles on I 91.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 U.S. Route 5. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 5 / Canal Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brattleboro, VT to Orleans County, VT is easy. At 3h 5m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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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US 5 / Canal Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 5 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
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
5
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 |
| U.S. Route 5 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 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 |
| Canal 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 Orleans County, 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
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
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Route 5
13
Arrive at destination
US 5
Trip Plan
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 78.3 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 33m 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 34 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orleans County, 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.
+
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 156.6 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 78.3 mi from Brattleboro, VT · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.3 miles from Brattleboro, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.2 miles.
Arriving in Orleans County, VT
The final approach into Orleans County, 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 Orleans County, 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
$25.21 one way
$50.42 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $27.74 | $55.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $29.99 | $59.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.58 | $69.15 |
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: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.52 |
| Efficient EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.70 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.92 | $10.02 |
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.
Destination
Orleans County, VT
Evening in Orleans County on Thursday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Lebanon, NH
78 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
3 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 5m 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 Orleans County, VT covers 156.6 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, U.S. Route 5, 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 78.3 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 $25.21 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.
The drive from Brattleboro, VT to Orleans County, VT is easy. At 3h 5m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 0.2 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brattleboro, VT to Orleans County, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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