Origin
Lincoln, VT
Late night in Lincoln on Monday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Bennington, VT
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
101.4 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincoln, VT
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Bennington, VT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to traverse Vermont from Lincoln to Bennington, this 101.4-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable journey that leaves you plenty of time to explore once you arrive. With a fuel budget of about $16, the trip is quite economical for a solo driver or a couple. You will primarily navigate via North Main Street, Franklin Street, and the Ethan Allen Highway. Because the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you can anticipate consistent road conditions throughout. It is a straightforward trip that offers a reliable connection between these two Vermont towns.
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
50.7 miles from Lincoln, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a mindless cruise. With only 2% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads that wind through the landscape. The longest stretch you will encounter is a 54.6-mile segment on North Main Street, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Unlike the monotony of a high-speed interstate, this route requires constant engagement and navigation through local transitions. You should expect a shifting experience as you move from the smaller roads toward the more substantial stretches of the Ethan Allen Highway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Quaker Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Quaker Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (VT 116 / South 116 Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Quaker Street
Continue onto Quaker Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road
At end of road, turn left onto VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road
Navigation decision point
3
6.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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VT 116 / South 116 Road
Turn left onto VT 116 / South 116 Road
Navigation decision point
4
18.1 mi into trip
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~31m in
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US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7 South
Navigation decision point
5
99.5 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 54.6 mi | 1h 22m |
| Franklin Street | 14.1 mi | 23m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Case Street | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| South 116 Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| West River Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| U.S. Route 7 South | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Bennington, VT.
1
Start on Quaker Street
47 ft
·
8 sec
·
Quaker Street
2
Continue on Quaker Street
114 ft
·
3 sec
·
Quaker Street
3
Turn right onto West River Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
West River Road
4
Continue on Lincoln Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto VT 17; VT 116
185 ft
·
3 sec
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North 116 Road
6
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockydale Road
7
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
8
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Main Street
9
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
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West Street
10
Continue on VT 17; VT 116
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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Stony Hill Road
11
Turn left onto VT 116
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South 116 Road
12
Continue on VT 116
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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South 116 Road
13
Continue on VT 116
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Case Street
14
Turn right onto VT 116
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Ossie Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7 South
16
Continue on US 7
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Conant Square
18
Continue on US 7; VT 73
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Center Street
19
Continue on US 7
14 mi
·
23 min
·
Franklin Street
20
Continue on US 7
55 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Merge onto US 7; VT 279
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bennington Bypass
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
Toward US 7 South: Bennington Downtown
23
Continue on US 7
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
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North Street
24
Turn right onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
25
Turn left onto VT 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
VT 9
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While the route only requires one planned stop, take advantage of the ability to pace yourself according to local traffic patterns. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway speeds. Given the technical nature of these turn-heavy roads, ensure your vehicle is in good shape before heading out from Lincoln. A concrete tip for this trip is to map out your transit through North Main Street early, as that 54.6-mile stretch will be the most significant portion of your travel time.
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 50.7 miles from Lincoln, VT, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.7 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennington, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, VT
This is one driving day of about 101.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lincoln, 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 North Main Street for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.7 mi from Lincoln, VT · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 50.7 miles from Lincoln, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around 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
$16.23 one way
$32.46 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $17.79 | $35.59 |
| premium | $4.83 | $19.27 | $38.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.53 | $45.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.65 | $4.87 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.87 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.20 | $6.49 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Bennington, VT
Late night in Bennington on Monday
Local time
12:19 AM
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
9 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 41m 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 Lincoln, VT to Bennington, VT covers 101.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Franklin Street, Ethan Allen Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.7 miles from Lincoln, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.23 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Quaker Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (VT 17; VT 116 / North 116 Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (VT 116 / South 116 Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lincoln, VT to Bennington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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