Origin
Montpelier, VT
Afternoon in Montpelier on Thursday
Local time
2:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montpelier, VT to Brandon, VT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montpelier, VT
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Brandon, VT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Montpelier, VT to Brandon, VT covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 89, Brandon Mountain Road, Camp Brook Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.9 miles on I 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30 miles from Montpelier, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Montpelier, VT to Brandon, VT covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 2 / Memorial Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (US 2 / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 2 / Memorial Drive
Turn right onto US 2 / Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
23.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward VT 66: Randolph
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
5
40.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Bethel Mountain Road
At end of road, turn left onto Bethel Mountain Road
Navigation decision point
5
42.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
VT 100 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto VT 100 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 21.9 mi | 25m |
| Brandon Mountain Road | 9 mi | 15m |
| Camp Brook Road | 5.6 mi | 13m |
| Bethel Mountain Road | 4.1 mi | 10m |
| Forest Dale Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Gap Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Pleasant Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Vermont Route 66 | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 21.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montpelier, VT and Brandon, VT.
1
Start on VT 12; US 2 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 89
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 89
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 4
Toward VT 66: Randolph
6
Turn right onto VT 66
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 66
7
Continue on VT 66
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Street
8
Turn left onto VT 12
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on VT 12
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 12 South
10
Continue on VT 12
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Camp Brook Road Fork
288 ft
·
8 sec
·
Camp Brook Road Fork
12
Continue on Camp Brook Road
5.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Camp Brook Road
13
Continue on Rochester Mountain Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Rochester Mountain Road
14
Continue on Bethel Mountain Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Bethel Mountain Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto Bethel Mountain Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Bethel Mountain Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto VT 100
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
17
Continue on VT 100
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Vermont Route 100 South
18
Turn right onto VT 73
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Brandon Mountain Road
19
Continue on VT 73
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Brandon Mountain Road
20
Continue on VT 73
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Gap Road
21
Continue on VT 73
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Forest Dale Road
22
Continue on VT 73
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Marble Street
23
Turn right onto VT 73
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Park Street
24
Continue on Park Street
446 ft
·
19 sec
·
Park Street
25
Arrive at destination
Park Street
Trip Plan
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 30 miles from Montpelier, VT, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.9 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 13 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30 miles or 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 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brandon, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Montpelier, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montpelier, VT
This is one driving day of about 60.1 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Montpelier, VT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 21.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Montpelier, VT · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Montpelier, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brandon, VT
The final approach into Brandon, 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
$9.68 one way
$19.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.65 | $21.29 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Brandon, VT
Afternoon in Brandon on Thursday
Local time
2:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Rochester, VT
30 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 40m 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 Montpelier, VT to Brandon, VT covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 89, Brandon Mountain Road, Camp Brook Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30 miles from Montpelier, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.68 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (US 2 / Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Montpelier, VT to Brandon, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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