Origin
Burlington, VT
Night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, VT to North Bennington, VT
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
121 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
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6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, VT
Troy Tumbin
North Bennington, VT
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Traveling from Burlington to North Bennington covers 121 miles of Vermont landscape. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 12 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, the trip is quite economical for those looking to traverse the state. The path relies heavily on Vermont Route 22A, State Highway 22, and the Ethan Allen Highway to navigate the Northeast region. Because the total duration is manageable, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It serves as a practical, straightforward connection between these two points.
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
60.5 miles from Burlington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of your journey spent on faster, high-capacity roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm, particularly on the longest stretch of 39.2 miles along Vermont Route 22A. While the route prioritizes efficiency, the transition between different highway segments keeps the drive from feeling overly monotonous. Navigating the Ethan Allen Highway sections provides a consistent experience, allowing you to cover ground quickly. Expect a balance of steady highway cruising that shifts seamlessly as you move southward toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 22A is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Saint Paul Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Burlington, VT to North Bennington, VT is easy. At 3h 12m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Saint Paul Street
Turn left onto Saint Paul Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 7 / Shelburne Street
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 7 / Shelburne Street
Right onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
22 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Monkton Road
Turn right onto Monkton Road
Navigation decision point
4
22.5 mi into trip
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~40m in
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VT 22A / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 22A | 39.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| State Highway 22 | 27.7 mi | 39m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 22A | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| North Park Street | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| NY 67 | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 22A
— 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, VT and North Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Main Street
504 ft
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Saint Paul Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Paul Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 7 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Shelburne Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 7
111 ft
·
2 sec
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Shelburne Street
5
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Shelburne Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 7
6.8 mi
·
13 min
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Shelburne Road
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
8
Continue on US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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U.S. Route 7
9
Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Monkton Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on VT 22A
39 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Vermont Route 22A
12
Continue on VT 22A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
13
Turn left onto VT 22A
282 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Park Place
14
Continue on VT 22A
318 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Park Place
15
Continue on VT 4A; VT 22A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on NY 22A
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 22A
17
Continue on NY 22
18 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 22
18
Continue on NY 22
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
19
Continue on NY 22
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 22
20
Continue on NY 22
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
North Park Street
21
Continue on NY 67
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
NY 67
22
Continue on VT 67
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 67 West
23
Continue on VT 67
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bank Street
24
Arrive at destination
VT 67
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving in the morning will get you to North Bennington with time to spare. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs during the 3-hour drive to keep your focus sharp. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, stay mindful of your speed as you transition between the various state highways. Keep your $19 fuel budget in mind, but always top off your tank before leaving Burlington to avoid any mid-trip stress. A smart way to manage the drive is to use your one planned stop to break up the longest 39.2-mile stretch, ensuring you arrive refreshed at your destination.
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 60.5 miles from Burlington, VT, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 2h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.5 miles or 1h 41m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Bennington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burlington, 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 Burlington, VT
This is one driving day of about 121 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burlington, 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 Vermont Route 22A for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.5 mi from Burlington, VT · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Burlington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Bennington, VT
The final approach into North Bennington, 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 North Bennington, 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
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| premium | $4.83 | $23.00 | $46.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.88 | $53.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.59 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.94 | $7.74 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
North Bennington, VT
Night in North Bennington on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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 12m 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 Burlington, VT to North Bennington, VT covers 121 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 22A, State Highway 22, Ethan Allen Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.5 miles from Burlington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.37 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 Burlington, VT to North Bennington, VT is easy. At 3h 12m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.1 miles (US 7 / Shelburne Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burlington, VT to North Bennington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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