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 Burlington, VT
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
121 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
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
3h 0m
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6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bennington, VT
Mark Stebnicki
Burlington, VT
Troy Tumbin
Trip Overview
Traveling from North Bennington to Burlington covers 121 miles through the heart of Vermont. You should plan for about 3 hours and 12 minutes of driving time, making this a very manageable one-day trip. Your journey primarily utilizes NY 67, State Highway 22, and Vermont Route 22A North to navigate between the two points. Budgeting roughly $19 for fuel will keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Since the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stop. It is a straightforward, highway-focused route that connects these two distinct parts of the Northeast region efficiently.
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
60.5 miles from North Bennington, VT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that leans heavily on highway travel, with 77% of your route consisting of higher-speed roads. You will find a steady rhythm behind the wheel, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.2 miles along Vermont Route 22A North. The road transitions between different state highways, providing a consistent pace rather than a technical, winding experience. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can maintain a predictable speed for the majority of the 121-mile journey. It offers a functional, direct path that prioritizes movement over the slow pace of secondary local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vermont Route 22A North is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Vermont Route 22A North and State Highway 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in near NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 12m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 41.5 miles (NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.5 miles (Monkton Road): Navigation decision point; at 99 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
41.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
98.5 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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Monkton Road
Turn right onto Monkton Road
Navigation decision point
3
99 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
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US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Turn left onto US 7 / U.S. Route 7
Navigation decision point
4
120 mi into trip
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~3h 9m in
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US 7 / Shelburne Street
Enter roundabout onto US 7 / Shelburne Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
120.9 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Route 22A North | 39.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| State Highway 22 | 27.7 mi | 39m |
| NY 67 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| Ethan Allen Highway | 12.3 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 22A | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| Shelburne Road | 6.8 mi | 13m |
| South Main Street | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Vermont Route 67 West | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vermont Route 22A North
— 39.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bennington, VT and Burlington, VT.
1
Start on VT 67
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bank Street
2
Continue on VT 67
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vermont Route 67 West
3
Continue on NY 67
13 mi
·
18 min
·
NY 67
4
Continue on NY 22
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 22
5
Continue on 22
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on NY 22
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 22
7
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
8
Continue on NY 22A
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 22A
9
Continue on VT 22A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn slight left onto VT 22A
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Park Place
11
Turn right onto VT 22A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
12
Continue on Vermont Route 22A North
39 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Vermont Route 22A North
13
Continue on VT 22A
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto Monkton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Monkton Road
15
Turn left onto US 7
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
U.S. Route 7
16
Continue on US 7
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Ethan Allen Highway
17
Continue on US 7
6.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Shelburne Road
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Shelburne Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto US 7
139 ft
·
2 sec
·
Shelburne Street
20
Continue on US 7
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Shelburne Street
21
Continue on US 7 Alternate
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Saint Paul Street
22
Turn right onto Main Street
504 ft
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 12-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With only one recommended stop, you can easily stretch your legs once or twice without feeling rushed to reach Burlington. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early, as the $19 estimated cost assumes steady highway driving conditions. To make the most of your trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours in the more populated areas along the route. Since you are spending most of your time on highways like Route 22A, stay alert for changing speed limits as you pass through different zones.
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 60.5 miles from North Bennington, VT, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.5 miles or 1h 31m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, 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 121 miles and 3h 12m.
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 Vermont Route 22A North for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.5 mi from North Bennington, VT · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 60.5 miles from North Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burlington, VT
The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, 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
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| premium | $4.83 | $23.00 | $46.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.88 | $53.76 |
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: 42.3 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 | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.59 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.94 | $7.74 |
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
Burlington, VT
Night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
10 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 12m 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 Burlington, VT covers 121 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vermont Route 22A North, State Highway 22, NY 67. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.5 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 $19.37 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 is a straightforward 3h 12m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 41.5 miles (NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.5 miles (Monkton Road): Navigation decision point; at 99 miles (US 7 / U.S. Route 7): Navigation decision point.
The route from North Bennington, VT to Burlington, VT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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