Trip from North Bennington, VT to Colchester, VT

Drive Time

3h 23m

Distance

128.5 mi

207 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 12m ★

6 AM

3h 24m

8 AM

3h 48m

10 AM

3h 32m

12 PM

3h 30m

3 PM

3h 33m

5 PM

3h 47m

8 PM

3h 16m

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

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Trip Overview

Spanning 128.5 miles across Vermont, this trip from North Bennington to Colchester is a straightforward journey that typically takes 3 hours and 23 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it functions perfectly as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. The route relies on a combination of Vermont Route 22A North, State Highway 22, and NY 67 to navigate through the Northeast region. It is an efficient, highway-focused drive that prioritizes direct travel between these two points.

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

64.3 miles from North Bennington, VT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by its highway-focused nature, with 76 percent of the trip spent on faster, high-capacity roads. You will settle into a steady pace, particularly during the longest uninterrupted segment, which covers 39.2 miles along Vermont Route 22A North. While the path involves a mix of roads, the overall character remains practical and consistent rather than technical or winding. Drivers will find the transition between these state routes to be relatively seamless, keeping the experience focused on steady forward progress. It is a reliable route that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in near NY 22; NY 149 / State Highway 22.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 128.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway 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 118.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

41.5 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | 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

118.7 mi into trip | ~3h 7m in

Take the exit toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

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

Use the slight right / right lanes. Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans

120.2 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

124.2 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in

Take the exit toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester

124.4 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway

Turn right onto US 2; US 7 / Roosevelt Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from North Bennington, VT to Colchester, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.

Saint Albans

118.7 mi in | ~3h 7m

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	6.6 mi	13m
South Main Street	3.7 mi	7m
I 89	3.6 mi	4m

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 Colchester, VT.

Start on VT 67

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Bank Street

Continue on VT 67

1.8 mi · 2 min · Vermont Route 67 West

Continue on NY 67

13 mi · 18 min · NY 67

Continue on NY 22

9.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 22

Continue on 22

1.9 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

Continue on NY 22

15 mi · 21 min · State Highway 22

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22; NY 149

2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 22

Continue on NY 22A

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 22A

Continue on VT 22A

1.9 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn slight left onto VT 22A

0.1 mi · 11 sec · North Park Place

Turn right onto VT 22A

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

Continue on Vermont Route 22A North

39 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Vermont Route 22A North

Continue on VT 22A

1.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street

Turn right onto Monkton Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Monkton Road

Turn left onto US 7

0.9 mi · 1 min · U.S. Route 7

Continue on US 7

12 mi · 19 min · Ethan Allen Highway

Continue on US 7

6.6 mi · 13 min · Shelburne Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 189: Montpelier, Saint Albans Use the slight right / right lanes.

Merge onto I 189

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 189

Toward I 89

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 89 North: Winooski, Saint Albans

Merge onto I 89

3.6 mi · 4 min · I 89

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 16 Toward US 2, US 7: Winooski, Colchester Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto US 2; US 7

3.2 mi · 6 min · Roosevelt Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn slight right onto Main Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Turn left onto East Road

100 ft · 2 sec · East Road

Arrive at destination

East Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 3-hour and 23-minute transit. With the majority of your time spent on highways, keep a steady eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you utilize the $21 budget effectively before hitting the longer stretches. Because the 39.2-mile stretch on Vermont Route 22A North is the most significant portion of your journey, consider timing your transit to avoid peak local traffic hours on that specific road. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows for a stress-free transition between North Bennington and Colchester.

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 64.3 miles from North Bennington, VT, or about 1h 36m 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 64.3 miles or 1h 36m 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 43m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving North Bennington, VT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 128.5 miles and 3h 23m.

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 64.3 mi from North Bennington, VT · 1h 36m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rome, NY

64 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Schenectady, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 64.3 miles from North Bennington, VT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Colchester, VT

The final approach into Colchester, 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 Colchester, 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

$20.57 one way

$41.14 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$22.55	$45.10
premium	$4.83	$24.43	$48.85
diesel	$5.64	$28.55	$57.10

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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	38.6	$13.49	$6.17
Efficient EV	32.1	$11.24	$5.14
EV Truck/SUV	51.4	$17.99	$8.22

Gas CO2

45 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

North Bennington, VT

Night in North Bennington on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Colchester, VT

Night in Colchester on Sunday

Local time

9:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°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

8 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 23m 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 Colchester, VT covers 128.5 miles and takes about 3h 23m 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 64.3 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 $20.57 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.

On the drive from North Bennington, VT to Colchester, VT, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Albans along the way.

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Trip from North Bennington, VT to Colchester, VT

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Colchester, VT

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

North Bennington, VT

Colchester, VT

Same local time

8 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 23m on the road

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