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Trip from Milton, VT to Bridport, VT

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Drive Time

1h 25m

Distance

52.1 mi

84 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 19m ★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m

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

town in Vermont, United States

Milton, VT

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town in Addison County, Vermont, United States

Bridport, VT

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Trip Overview

This 52.1-mile drive from Milton, VT to Bridport, VT is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 25 minutes. You'll primarily be on Ethan Allen Highway and Vermont Route 22A, with a portion on I-89, which makes up 56% of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this is an economical option for exploring Vermont. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience on the road. Since it's a relatively short distance, you have plenty of flexibility to depart at your leisure and enjoy the scenery without feeling rushed. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

26.1 miles from Milton, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route. While 56% of the drive is on I-89, providing for efficient travel, you'll also navigate Ethan Allen Highway and Vermont Route 22A. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.3 miles on Ethan Allen Highway. This suggests periods of faster highway driving interspersed with more local road conditions. The 'Mixed drive' profile indicates a dynamic journey, shifting from quicker segments to potentially more winding or slower sections as you progress through Vermont.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ethan Allen Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 7 / River Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 7 / River Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 7 / River Street

Navigation decision point

4
1.3 mi into trip | ~3m in | Railroad Street

Turn right onto Railroad Street

Navigation decision point

5
16.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland

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

Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
5
16.7 mi into trip | ~25m in | I 189

Merge onto I 189

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

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
17.9 mi into trip | ~27m in | US 7 / Shelburne Road

Turn left onto US 7 / Shelburne Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Milton, VT to Bridport, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.

Rutland

16.5 mi in | ~25m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ethan Allen Highway 12.3 mi 19m
Vermont Route 22A 12.3 mi 18m
I 89 10.4 mi 12m
Shelburne Road 6.8 mi 13m
U.S. Route 7 South 4.3 mi 7m
Main Street 1.7 mi 4m
I 189 1.2 mi 1m
River Street 1.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Ethan Allen Highway — 12.3 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Main Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Main Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto US 7

1.1 mi · 2 min · River Street
3

Continue on River Street

246 ft · 7 sec · River Street
4

Turn right onto Railroad Street

323 ft · 9 sec · Railroad Street
5

Turn straight onto US 7

4.3 mi · 7 min · U.S. Route 7 South
6

Turn right onto US 2

0.2 mi · 23 sec · U.S. Route 2
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
8

Merge onto I 89

10 mi · 12 min · I 89
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 189 West: Shelburne, Rutland
10

Merge onto I 189

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 189
Use the straight / left lanes.
11

Turn left onto US 7

6.8 mi · 13 min · Shelburne Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
12

Continue on US 7

12 mi · 19 min · Ethan Allen Highway
13

Continue on US 7

0.9 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7
14

Turn right onto Monkton Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Monkton Road
15

At end of road, turn left onto VT 22A

1.5 mi · 4 min · Main Street
16

Continue on VT 22A

12 mi · 18 min · Vermont Route 22A
17

Arrive at destination

VT 22A

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 25-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing you to depart anytime without needing to split the journey. With a low estimated fuel cost of $8, you won't need to worry much about budgeting for gas. Plan to take advantage of the flexibility this shorter drive offers; no need to rush. Keep an eye out for the transition between highway and local roads, especially on Ethan Allen Highway, as this is your longest continuous stretch. There are no specific stops noted, so pack snacks or plan to find amenities upon arrival in Bridport.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 26.1 miles from Milton, VT, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 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 52.1 miles or 1h 25m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 26.1 miles or 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 13m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Milton, 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 Milton, VT

This is one driving day of about 52.1 miles and 1h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Milton, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Ethan Allen Highway for about 12.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 26.1 mi from Milton, VT · 43m into the drive

Downtown Peru, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peru, NY

26 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

Rome, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Peru, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Milton, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bridport, VT

The final approach into Bridport, 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 Bridport, 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

$8.39 one way

$16.77 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $9.23 $18.46
premium $4.86 $9.98 $19.95
diesel $5.61 $11.50 $23.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 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 15.6 0 $5.47 $2.50
Efficient EV 13 0 $4.56 $2.08
EV Truck/SUV 20.8 0 $7.29 $3.33

Gas CO2

18 kg

EV CO2

6 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Milton, VT

Morning in Milton on Wednesday

Local time

7:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bridport, VT

Morning in Bridport on Wednesday

Local time

7:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Peru, NY

26 mi in

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

24 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 25m 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 Milton, VT to Bridport, VT covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ethan Allen Highway, Vermont Route 22A, I 89. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Milton, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.39 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 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 7 / River Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Milton, VT to Bridport, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Rutland along the way.

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