Origin
Lincoln, VT
Night in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln, VT to Brattleboro, VT
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
130.8 mi
210 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
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6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
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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Brattleboro, VT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 130.8 miles, this journey from Lincoln to Brattleboro takes approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively compact, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $21 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for exploring the Northeast. By utilizing a combination of Lincoln Gap Road, I-89, and I-91, you will traverse the heart of Vermont efficiently. This route offers a straightforward transition between the northern and southern reaches of the state, serving as a practical link for travelers who prioritize time management over lingering stops.
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
65.4 miles from Lincoln, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of your travel time spent on major arteries. Expect a mix of local roads and high-speed interstate travel, including a substantial 60.4-mile stretch along I-91 that allows you to make steady progress. While Lincoln Gap Road provides a localized start to your journey, the character of the drive shifts quickly once you merge onto the larger interstates. You will find that the road transitions from tighter, winding passages to wide, consistent lanes, keeping the pace brisk. It is a functional drive designed to get you to your destination reliably rather than a slow, meandering tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 89. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 25.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 130.8 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
25.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South: Randolph, White River Junction
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 South: Randolph, White River Juncti...
5
68.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
6
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
6
128.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
5
130.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
|
US 5 / Canal Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 5 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Lincoln, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward White River Junction and White River.
White River Junction
25.9 mi in
|
~54m
White River
68.1 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 60.4 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 89 | 41.8 mi | 48m |
| Lincoln Gap Road | 7.7 mi | 16m |
| Vermont Route 12A | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Warren Mountain Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| Roxburry Mountain Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Vermont Route 64 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Brook Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 60.4 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, VT and Brattleboro, VT.
1
Start on Quaker Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quaker Street
2
Turn slight left onto East River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East River Road
3
Continue on Lincoln Gap Road
7.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Gap Road
4
Turn straight onto VT 100
343 ft
·
6 sec
·
Vermont Route 100
5
Turn right onto Covered Bridge Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
6
Continue on Covered Bridge Road
168 ft
·
8 sec
·
Covered Bridge Road
7
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto Flat Iron Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Flat Iron Road
9
Turn right onto Brook Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Brook Road
10
Turn right onto Roxburry Mountain Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Roxburry Mountain Road
11
Continue on Warren Mountain Road
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Warren Mountain Road
12
Turn left onto VT 12A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Roxbury Road
13
Continue on VT 12A
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 12A
14
Turn right onto Lovers Lane
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lovers Lane
15
Continue on VT 64
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Vermont Route 64
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 89 South: Randolph, White River Junction
17
Merge onto I 89
42 mi
·
48 min
·
I 89
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 91: Brattleboro, White River
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 91 South: Brattleboro
20
Merge onto I 91
60 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 91
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward VT 9 West: Brattleboro, Bennington
22
At end of road, turn left onto VT 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
23
Continue on VT 9
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
24
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
Canal Street
26
Turn right
110 ft
·
8 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the three-hour duration, plan for one well-timed stop to break up the drive and keep your energy levels consistent. Leaving in the mid-morning is an ideal way to avoid the busiest commute times, ensuring a smoother transition onto I-89 and I-91. Since you have a single planned stop, check your fuel levels before leaving Lincoln to ensure you stay within your $21 travel budget. Keep in mind that the 60.4-mile stretch on I-91 is the longest segment of the trip, so use that time to settle into a comfortable cruising speed. Having the flexibility of a one-day trip means you can easily adjust your arrival time in Brattleboro to match your specific plans for the day.
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 65.4 miles from Lincoln, VT, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.4 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 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.4 miles or 1h 40m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brattleboro, 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 130.8 miles and 2h 59m.
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 I 91 for about 60.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.4 mi from Lincoln, VT · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 65.4 miles from Lincoln, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.4 miles.
Arriving in Brattleboro, VT
The final approach into Brattleboro, 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 Brattleboro, 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
$20.94 one way
$41.88 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
| premium | $4.83 | $24.86 | $49.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.06 | $58.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.73 | $6.28 |
| Efficient EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.31 | $8.37 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Night in Brattleboro on Sunday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
14 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 Lincoln, VT to Brattleboro, VT covers 130.8 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 I 91, I 89, Lincoln Gap Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.4 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 $20.94 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 130.8 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Lincoln, VT and Brattleboro, VT, road signs point toward White River Junction and White River.
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