Origin
Brattleboro, VT
Night in Brattleboro on Thursday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brattleboro, VT to Sutton, VT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
139.1 mi
224 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
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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Sutton, VT
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Trip Overview
This 139.1-mile drive from Brattleboro, VT, to Sutton, VT, is easily manageable as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstate 91, with a brief experience on Calendar Brook Road and Lynburke Road. With 92% of the journey on highways, expect a relatively swift transit through Vermont's Northeast region. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $22, making it an economical option. This route is well-suited for a single day, allowing ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed.
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
69.6 miles from Brattleboro, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 139.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, with a substantial 92% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 127.7 miles on I-91, providing a consistent pace for much of the journey. While the majority of the route is highway, the inclusion of Calendar Brook Road and Lynburke Road suggests a transition to more local, potentially winding, roads as you approach your destination. Expect a change in scenery and driving dynamics during these latter segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 127.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Calendar Brook Road. 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 Sutton, VT is easy. At 2h 51m with 92% 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 9 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
129.4 mi into trip
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~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
5
131.1 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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US 5 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brattleboro, VT to Sutton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burke along the way.
Burke
129.4 mi in
|
~2h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 127.7 mi | 2h 27m |
| Calendar Brook Road | 4.5 mi | 10m |
| Lynburke Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Broad Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Memorial Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Green Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 127.7 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brattleboro, VT and Sutton, 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
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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
128 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
I 91
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 23
Toward US 5: Lyndonville, East Burke
11
Turn right onto US 5
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Memorial Drive
12
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
13
Continue on US 5
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Depot Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
15
Turn straight onto US 5
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lynburke Road
16
Turn slight left onto Calendar Brook Road
4.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Calendar Brook Road
17
Turn slight right onto Center Street
157 ft
·
5 sec
·
Center Street
18
Turn right onto Burke Road
182 ft
·
8 sec
·
Burke Road
19
Arrive at destination
Burke Road
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 2-hour and 51-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. Consider departing Brattleboro in the morning to maximize daylight and enjoy the drive. The longest stretch is on I-91, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the midway point or before embarking on the extended highway segment. With only one designated stop, you'll have plenty of flexibility on how you pace the drive. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-91 to Calendar Brook Road, as this marks a shift in the road's character.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.6 miles from Brattleboro, VT, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.7 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 31 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.6 miles or 1h 23m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sutton, 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 139.1 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 127.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.6 mi from Brattleboro, VT · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.6 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 127.7 miles.
Arriving in Sutton, VT
The final approach into Sutton, 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 Sutton, 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
$22.39 one way
$44.79 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $24.64 | $49.28 |
| premium | $4.86 | $26.64 | $53.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.61 | $6.68 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.17 | $5.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.47 | $8.90 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Sutton, VT
Night in Sutton on Thursday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Lebanon, NH
70 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
11 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
2h 51m 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 Sutton, VT covers 139.1 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 91, Calendar Brook Road, Lynburke Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.6 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 $22.39 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.
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 Sutton, VT is easy. At 2h 51m with 92% 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.
On the drive from Brattleboro, VT to Sutton, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Burke along the way.
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