Origin
Jamaica, VT
Afternoon in Jamaica on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
26 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica, VT
Dre Dawkcide
Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Northeast, the 26-mile journey from Jamaica to Brattleboro, Vermont, is an ideal candidate. This drive typically takes about 45 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that fits easily into a weekend schedule. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it is a very budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Vermont towns. You will primarily follow Vermont Route 30, transitioning into West River Road and Linden Street as you approach your destination. Because the trip is short and efficient, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complications.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 26 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 65% of this 26-mile route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on Vermont Route 30, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.8 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition from the rural feel of Jamaica toward the more developed area of Brattleboro, the driving conditions remain predictable and well-maintained. This is not a technical or winding mountain pass, but rather a functional, high-speed corridor designed for efficient travel through the Vermont landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 30 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 30 | — | — |
| West River Road | — | — |
| Linden Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Canal Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 30
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, VT and Brattleboro, VT.
1
Start on Depot Street
125 ft
·
13 sec
·
Depot Street
2
Turn sharp left onto Vermont Route 30
17 mi
·
29 min
·
Vermont Route 30
3
Continue on West River Road
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
West River Road
4
Continue on Linden Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Linden Street
5
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Canal Street
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Canal Street
7
Turn right
112 ft
·
8 sec
8
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.19 one way
$8.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Brattleboro, VT
Afternoon in Brattleboro on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
45m 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 Brattleboro, VT covers 26 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 30, West River Road, Linden Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13 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 $4.19 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.
The drive from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jamaica, VT to Brattleboro, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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