Origin
North Bennington, VT
Night in North Bennington on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Bennington, VT to Barre, VT
Drive Time
3h
Distance
119.4 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
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6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bennington, VT
Mark Stebnicki
Barre, VT
Selim Karadayı
Trip Overview
Traveling from North Bennington to Barre covers 119.4 miles of Vermont terrain, making for a straightforward three-hour journey. Because this is a highway-focused route, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You will primarily navigate via U.S. Route 7, I-89, and Vermont Route 100 to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the drive. This trip is ideal if you are looking for an efficient transit through the Northeast rather than a slow, multi-day exploration. It serves as a practical connection between two distinct points in the state.
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
59.7 miles from North Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as 90% of your time will be spent on highways. The journey begins with your longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.3 miles along U.S. Route 7, which sets a steady pace for the first half of your travel. As you transition onto I-89 and Vermont Route 100, the character of the road shifts to accommodate higher-speed travel. While the drive is largely focused on major arteries, you will experience a variety of road types that keep the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. You can anticipate a consistent flow that prioritizes speed and directness over technical, winding backroads.
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.
U.S. Route 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Route 7 and I 89. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near VT 67A / Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 119.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (VT 67A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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VT 67A / Main Street
Turn right onto VT 67A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 7
Navigation decision point
Toward US 7
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
6
113.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward VT 63 East: South Barre, Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward VT 63 East: South Barre, Barre
5
119.4 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Route 7 | 50.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 89 | 24.3 mi | 28m |
| Vermont Route 100 | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| U.S. Route 4 East | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| Vermont Route 107 | 8.6 mi | 13m |
| Vermont Route 63 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| River Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Route 7
— 50.3 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bennington, VT and Barre, VT.
1
Start on VT 67
20 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bank Street
2
Turn right onto VT 67A
444 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto Sage Street
179 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sage Street
4
Turn left onto Prospect Street
429 ft
·
19 sec
·
Prospect Street
5
Turn left onto Mechanic Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanic Street
6
Continue on Overlea Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Overlea Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto VT 7A
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Harwood Hill Road
8
Take the ramp
227 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 7
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 7 North: Manchester, Rutland
10
Merge onto US 7
50 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
U.S. Route 7
11
Continue on US 4; US 7
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right onto US 4
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodstock Avenue
13
Continue on US 4
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
U.S. Route 4 East
14
Turn slight left onto VT 100
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Vermont Route 100
15
Continue on VT 107
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Vermont Route 107
16
Continue on VT 107
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
River Street
17
Turn right onto VT 107
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
18
Continue on VT 107
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Vermont Route 107
19
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 89 North
20
Merge onto I 89
24 mi
·
28 min
·
I 89
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 6
Toward VT 63 East: South Barre, Barre
22
Continue on VT 63
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Vermont Route 63
23
Turn left onto VT 14
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Barre Road
24
Continue on VT 14
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
25
Turn left onto Prospect Street
187 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prospect Street
26
Turn right
172 ft
·
12 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short three-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Planning for at least one stop along the 119.4-mile stretch will help you stay refreshed, especially since the majority of your time is spent behind the wheel on high-speed roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as current estimates suggest a $19 expenditure to reach Barre. Given that the route utilizes both interstates and state routes, ensure you are prepared for shifting speed limits and varying traffic patterns. Taking advantage of the single-day timeline allows you to arrive in Barre with plenty of time to spare for your afternoon or evening plans.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.7 miles from North Bennington, VT, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.3 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 80 miles or 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barre, VT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Bennington, 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 North Bennington, VT
This is one driving day of about 119.4 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Bennington, 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 U.S. Route 7 for about 50.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.7 mi from North Bennington, VT · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 59.7 miles from North Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barre, VT
The final approach into Barre, 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 Barre, 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
$19.11 one way
$38.23 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $20.95 | $41.90 |
| premium | $4.83 | $22.70 | $45.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.53 | $53.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.54 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.8 | 0 | $16.72 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Barre, VT
Night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
9:53 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
5 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
3h 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 North Bennington, VT to Barre, VT covers 119.4 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Route 7, I 89, Vermont Route 100. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.7 miles from North Bennington, VT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 119.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (VT 67A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from North Bennington, VT to Barre, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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