Origin
Jamaica, VT
Late night in Jamaica on Friday
Local time
12:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica, VT to Bennington, VT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica, VT
Dre Dawkcide
Bennington, VT
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Jamaica and Bennington, Vermont, this 42.9-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Northeast. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 4 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will spend roughly $7 on fuel, keeping the travel costs quite manageable for a casual excursion. Navigating via Vermont Route 30, Vermont Route 11/30, and U.S. Route 7, you can easily complete this drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. Whether you are commuting or simply exploring, the route offers a reliable connection between these two Vermont towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 42.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will find that the rhythm of the road is quite consistent, allowing for steady progress throughout the 42.9-mile distance. A significant portion of the trip involves a 22.5-mile stretch on U.S. Route 7, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of your journey. Because the route relies so heavily on primary roads, you can expect a fairly predictable driving experience rather than a winding, technical path. It is an efficient way to traverse the region, prioritizing directness over local detours.
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.
U.S. Route 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and Vermont Route 30. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
14 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30
Navigation decision point
3
19 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the ramp toward US 7 South: Bennington
Navigation decision point
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
3
19.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Merge onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
40.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 7; VT 279 / Bennington Bypass
Merge onto US 7; VT 279 / Bennington Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
41 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 22.5 mi | 30m |
| Vermont Route 30 | 14 mi | 22m |
| Vermont Route 11 30 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Depot Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bennington Bypass | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 22.5 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Depot Street
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Depot Street
2
Turn slight right onto VT 30; VT 100
14 mi
·
22 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
At end of road, turn left onto VT 11; VT 30
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 11 30
4
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
5
Continue on VT 11; VT 30
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Depot Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 7 South: Bennington
7
Merge onto US 7
22 mi
·
29 min
·
U.S. Route 7
8
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
10
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Street
11
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
12
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Jamaica, VT · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Jamaica, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennington, VT
The final approach into Bennington, VT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.91 one way
$13.81 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.22 | $16.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.47 | $18.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bennington, VT
Late night in Bennington on Friday
Local time
12:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Manchester, VT
21 mi in
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
17 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
1h 4m 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 Jamaica, VT to Bennington, VT covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 7, Vermont Route 30, Vermont Route 11 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Jamaica, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.91 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14 miles (VT 11; VT 30 / Vermont Route 11 30): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Jamaica, VT to Bennington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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