Trip from Dorset, VT to Milton, VT

Drive Time

2h 59m

Distance

109.7 mi

177 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 48m ★

6 AM

2h 59m

8 AM

3h 22m

10 AM

3h 7m

12 PM

3h 5m

3 PM

3h 8m

5 PM

3h 20m

8 PM

2h 52m

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

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Dorset, VT

Phil Ledwith

Milton, VT

Andrea Davis

Trip Overview

Spanning 109.7 miles across the Northeast, this drive connects Dorset to Milton in approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. It is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, leaving you plenty of time at your destination. You can expect to spend about $18 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. Because the route is contained entirely within Vermont, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two northern towns. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this path offers a reliable, no-fuss connection.

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

54.8 miles from Dorset, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is defined by a mix of state routes and highway travel, with 74% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You will rely primarily on Vermont Route 30 and the Ethan Allen Highway to make your progress, with Vermont Route 22A North serving as a core component of the drive. Be prepared for a sustained stretch of road, as your longest uninterrupted segment covers 39.2 miles along Route 22A North. The experience behind the wheel shifts from local connectivity to more efficient highway cruising, providing a steady pace for the duration of your three-hour trek.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Vermont Route 22A North 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 North and Vermont Route 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 91.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 109.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.5 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

91.6 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

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

Use the slight right / right lanes. Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

93.1 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

93.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 89

Merge onto I 89

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

Use the none lane.

103.7 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Take the exit toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colchester

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

Exit 17 Toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colc...

103.9 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Along This Route

Between Dorset, VT and Milton, VT, road signs point toward Saint Albans and Colchester.

Saint Albans

91.6 mi in | ~2h 30m

Colchester

103.7 mi in | ~2h 46m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Vermont Route 22A North	39.2 mi	1h 1m
Vermont Route 30	13.5 mi	23m
Ethan Allen Highway	12.3 mi	19m
State Highway 22A	10.2 mi	15m
I 89	10.2 mi	12m
Shelburne Road	6.6 mi	13m
U.S. Route 7	5.1 mi	8m
South Main Street	1.9 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Vermont Route 22A North — 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dorset, VT and Milton, VT.

Start on VT 30

8.2 mi · 14 min · Vermont Route 30

Continue on VT 30

5.3 mi · 9 min · Vermont Route 30

Turn left onto VT 149

1.3 mi · 1 min · Vermont Route 149

Continue on NY 149

0.5 mi · 41 sec · East Main Street

Turn right onto CR 24

0.2 mi · 18 sec · North Street

Keep slight left at fork onto CR 24

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Street

Continue on CR 24

1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Turn right onto NY 22A

10 mi · 15 min · State Highway 22A

Continue on VT 22A

1.9 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn slight left onto VT 22A

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Park Place

Turn right onto VT 22A

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

Continue on Vermont Route 22A North

39 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Vermont Route 22A North

Continue on VT 22A

1.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street

Turn right onto Monkton Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Monkton Road

Turn left onto US 7

0.9 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7

Continue on US 7

12 mi · 19 min · Ethan Allen Highway

Continue on US 7

6.6 mi · 13 min · Shelburne Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans Use the slight right / right lanes.

Merge onto I 189

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 189

Toward I 89

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Merge onto I 89

10 mi · 12 min · I 89

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Exit 17 Toward US 2, US 7: Lake Champlain Islands, Colchester

Keep slight left at fork

242 ft · 12 sec

Turn left onto US 2

481 ft · 16 sec · U.S. Route 2

At end of road, turn left onto US 7

4.3 mi · 7 min · U.S. Route 7

Turn straight onto Railroad Street

323 ft · 10 sec · Railroad Street

Turn left onto River Street

1.2 mi · 3 min · River Street

Turn right onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable three-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With only one recommended stop planned, you can easily pace yourself to avoid fatigue during the 109.7-mile trek. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before starting, as the $18 cost estimate assumes steady driving conditions. To make the most of your time, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours on the Ethan Allen Highway. The relatively short duration of this route means you do not need to worry about overnight splits, allowing you to reach Milton comfortably in a single session.

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 54.8 miles from Dorset, VT, or about 1h 28m 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 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 54.8 miles or 1h 28m 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 27m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Dorset, 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 Dorset, VT

This is one driving day of about 109.7 miles and 2h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dorset, 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 North for about 39.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 54.8 mi from Dorset, VT · 1h 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rome, NY

55 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.

Rome, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 54.8 miles from Dorset, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Milton, VT

The final approach into Milton, 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 Milton, 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

$17.56 one way

$35.12 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$19.25	$38.50
premium	$4.83	$20.85	$41.70
diesel	$5.64	$24.37	$48.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	32.9	$11.52	$5.27
Efficient EV	27.4	$9.60	$4.39
EV Truck/SUV	43.9	$15.36	$7.02

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (66% 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

Dorset, VT

Night in Dorset on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Milton, VT

Night in Milton on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°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

4 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 59m 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 Dorset, VT to Milton, VT covers 109.7 miles and takes about 2h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Vermont Route 22A North, Vermont Route 30, 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 54.8 miles from Dorset, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.56 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.

Between Dorset, VT and Milton, VT, road signs point toward Saint Albans and Colchester.

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Trip from Dorset, VT to Milton, VT

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Milton, VT

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Dorset, VT

Milton, VT

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 59m on the road

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